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Cranks But Will Not Run

Definition: Engine cranks OK, but does not start. May fire a few times.
POSSIBLE CAUSE ACTION

No fuel in tank ^ Put fuel in fuel tank.

Water contaminated fuel ^ Drain fuel tank and add clean fuel.

Low fuel pressure ^ Check fuel pressure.

Pinched or collapsed fuel hose/line ^ Repair/replace as required.

Inoperative fuel pump ^ Verify fuse/fuse link integrity.
^ Check fuel pump relay (control relay).