What was fuel pressure at time of no start?
Fuel pressure was normal at 60 PSI. Since no leaks were present and pressure was normal, then the fuel pressure regulator is OK. The PCM was indeed trying to activate the injector.
Where is the trouble code on an Oldsmobile?
When retrieving Oldsmobile trouble codes with an OBD II scan tool, proceed as follows: 1. Connect scan tool to the 16-pin data link connector (DLC) located underneath the steering column. The connector may have a removable cover. 2. Turn the ignition on. 3.
How do you test fuel pressure on a car?
Remove the fuel pressure test gauge from the kit. Most gauges have a quick disconnect coupler that will allow several different adaptors for various manufacturers. The kit should have them labeled but if not look for the hose connector or fitting that will work for your car.
What does CPI stand for in GMC Jimmy?
Although this case study is about a 1995 4.3L GMC Jimmy, the info and tests in this article apply to all of the ‘Spider’ injector types on the road, whether it’s a 6 or an 8 cylinder. CPI stands for: C entral P ort I njection. This system was used on the 4.3L engines from 1992 to 1995 only.
Why does my 1995 Jimmy car not start?
Last spring my fuel lines sprung a leak on a 1995 Jimmy. The Jimmy was running at the time. So I waited till October to replace them. After replacing them the Jimmy wouldn’t start. It turned over really good though.
What causes a CPI fuel injector to fail?
The most common type of failure in the CPI ‘Spider’ fuel injector system is usually fuel leaks (inside the intake manifold plenum).
What should fuel pressure be on GM 4.3L Vortec?
You can find this tutorial in Spanish here: Cómo Probar La Bomba de Combustible (GM 4.3L, 5.0L, 5.7L) (at: autotecnico-online.com ). The fuel system in your 4.3L, 5.0L, or 5.7L Vortec engine needs at least 50 PSI of fuel pressure to start.
How much psi does a fuel pump need to start?
The fuel pump produces much more than just 50 PSI of course.. but the bare minimum the engine needs to start is 50 PSI… so anything less and it will crank for ever before it starts or not start at all.
How to check no fuel condition on GM 4.3L?
I’ve also included how to check a no fuel condition with starting fluid (although this is not the most effective way to test the fuel pump). It’s been my experience that misdiagnosing a bad fuel pump is a common occurrence on the 4.3L, 5.0L, 5.7L GM vehicles with the ‘Spider’ fuel injector assembly.
Can a fuel pump cause a no start condition?
CASE 1: If your fuel pressure gauge read 50 PSI or more as the engine cranked. This means that the fuel pump on your 4.3L, 5.0L, or 5.7L is OK and not the cause of your No Start Condition. The next step is to observe the fuel pressure gauge’s needle (after your helper stopped cranking the engine).