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Had to go on a short road trip yesterday, 127 miles. Got home with no problems and son took van to store and back. When wife went out later van would not start. Tried to jump start with no result. We do not get gas smell like it is flooded or even getting gas and it sounds like it is not firing right or possibly not getting gas. Any ideas what we can check before calling a repair shop?
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Superbob March 15, 2011, 13:43Reply
MasterI'd suspect fuel pump failure. You should be able to hear the fuel pump run for a second or so when your assistant turns the key to RUN or START if you listen at the uncapped fuel filler.
If so, check spark.
If not, the fuel pump may have failed or isn't getting power. This could be because the fuel pump relay in the Power Distribution Center may have failed. You should be able to feel it click when the assistant turns the key to RUN or START.
If you want to find a specialist, here's a directory link for you:
https://repairpal.com/directory?address=42301&car_brand_n...Flag ThisLike0
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