Buick 1991 Regal. Crank sensor replaced, alternator ok, Wires replaced Considering Exorcism. It runs for awhile then it just cuts off.
2006-12-27 08:46:13 · 8 answers · asked by dorice c 1 in Cars & Transportation ➔ Maintenance & Repairs
The Facts:
It is either the fuel pump or the ignition module
If you can start it with starting fluid after it has died and wont restart, then it is the fuel pump.
If not then it is the ignition module.
The module lives under the coil pack just under the front valve cover (where all the plug wires go)
By the way, there is also an ignition fuse on the passenger side under the hood in the fuse and relay holder thingy. Make sure that is good and clean.
This is assuming you have the 3.0 engine with D.I.S (distributerless Ignition System)
Module is about 51$ at Autozone
2006-12-27 09:50:45 · answer #1 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Find a new mechanic. Your current mechanic is just throwing parts at it, hoping to stumble on the cause. You are paying the price. You bought a crank sensor and an alternator that you didn't need.
I suggest bringing it to a GM dealership. You will pay a little more, but their mechanics specialize in GM products and have all of the required diagnostic tools. They will be more likely to get it right the first time.
For what you paid for the alternator and crank sensor that you didn't need, would have paid the extra to take it to the dealer.
2006-12-27 08:58:31 · answer #2 · answered by Mad Jack 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
in case you've a foul connection or short someplace that's slicing off power for your spark plugs or your distributor is undesirable. this kind of intermittent electric powered difficulty is extremely difficult to locate and fasten. Take it to someone who knows what they are doing and characteristic the vehicle appeared at. It probably should not be that prime priced to fix. good success.
2016-12-01 05:49:05 · answer #3 · answered by ? 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Seems to me the electric fuel pump is going weak. But then that is just another guess.
If the dealerships checks the fuel pump pressure with the car running right.. they may not know the fuel pump is crapping up.
The fuel pump pressure needs to be analysed when the car will not start.
2006-12-27 09:05:57 · answer #4 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
You need to supply more info
1) Does it cut off when cold, hot, or after warming up?
2) Does it die suddently or choke itself to death, thrashing around and just slooooowly dying
3) Does EVERYTING die (lights, radio, etc..) or just the motor.
4) Any associated noises, smells, thumps, bumps, (smoke, fire, heavenly voices, ?)
5) Is the car in motion, sitting still or doesn't matter
6) Also, have you checked your keyswitch?
over to you ........................
2006-12-27 08:52:16 · answer #5 · answered by ca_surveyor 7 · 1⤊ 0⤋
your mechanic is ripping you off giving you parts you don't need look not enough gas is getting to the engine, so the engine is cutting off. have the fuel pump checked.
2006-12-27 14:50:31 · answer #6 · answered by NYsNumba1Man 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
That happened with my car when i first had to change the battery...turns out they didn't tighten it enough. Maybe you should check that out? It's usually something really simple that people tend to overlook.
2006-12-27 08:50:43 · answer #7 · answered by TKM2001 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Sounds like you might need to get a new johnson rod.
2006-12-27 08:54:28 · answer #8 · answered by clint s 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋