Will not start

2008 DODGE NITRO
202,000 MILES
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RICHARD MUELLER
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I replaced fuel pump and a couple of relays. We have spark and air. It will run for a few seconds on starting fluid. I can't think of any thing else. Please help!
Jan 4, 2019 at 10:35 AM
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ASEMASTER6371
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Good afternoon,

I would start by doing a fuel pressure test. if you can start with priming, you have spark and compression.

https://www.2carpros.com/articles/car-cranks-but-wont-start

Did you use a new fuel pump?

https://www.2carpros.com/articles/how-to-check-fuel-system-pressure-and-regulator

Beyond that you need to get a noid light and check the injectors to see if the PCM is commanding them to flow fuel.

https://www.2carpros.com/articles/how-to-test-a-fuel-injector

Roy
Jan 4, 2019 at 10:46 AM
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RICHARD MUELLER
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Yes, the pump is brand new.
Jan 4, 2019 at 10:47 AM
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ASEMASTER6371
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Okay, then you need to check the fuel pressure and the noid light.

Roy
Jan 4, 2019 at 10:51 AM
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RICHARD MUELLER
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Okay. I will do that. Thank you
Jan 4, 2019 at 10:53 AM
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You are welcome.

Glad to help.

Roy
Jan 4, 2019 at 11:31 AM
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RICHARD MUELLER
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Well I have no power to the fuel pump. And all the wires look fine. Any ideas ?
Jan 6, 2019 at 1:06 PM
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The TIPM or the fuse box controls the fuel pump. check the fuse listed in the diagram for power on both sides when cranking.

Roy
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