Why does my 98 Grand Prix GT not start?

I have a 98 Grand Prix GT 3.8L and am unable to get it to fire. I was on a trip and the car wouldnt start up one morning. Had a mechanic work on it and they replace the crank sensor and it ran fine until I got home. A few days later I have the same problem. I replaced the crank sensor again, cam sensor and it still didnt fire or start.

Why does my Pontiac Grand Prix start stalling?

This seemed to start the day after I replaced the PVC Valve, I origionally didnt take the o-ring off the old pvc valve and had to go to the hardware store to get another that I thought ft well. do you think this possibly could be the issue? Recently my car has been giving me problems similar to what everyone else is having.

How many times have I replaced the starter on my Pontiac Grand Prix?

I have replaced 3 alternators since I bought it in 2000, had the tranny rebuilt at 128k, replaced the starter once and the battery 2 times. Done the ball joints and tie rod ends on both sides. So I am pretty familiar with the car, but this hesitation thing has me lost!

How many alternators have I replaced on my Pontiac Grand Prix?

No clue on that either. Overall the car has been very reliable. I have replaced 3 alternators since I bought it in 2000, had the tranny rebuilt at 128k, replaced the starter once and the battery 2 times. Done the ball joints and tie rod ends on both sides.

Why does my GM car say no start no crank?

How to diagnose a no start no click on GM vehicle. If you have a late model GM vehicle and turn the key only to hear nothing, you’ll most likely think you have a dead battery—and you may. But a no start, no crank, no click condition can be far more involved than that.

What causes a Jeep Grand Cherokee to not start?

Jeep Grand Cherokee Won’t Start Diagnosis. 1 1. Battery Cables. While the battery cables are not necessarily the most likely issue to cause your Grand Cherokee to not start, they are some of the 2 2. Battery Charge. 3 3. Starter. 4 2. Ignition Issues. 5 3. Engine Timing. More items

Why does my 2005 Grand Prix GT2 stall?

2005 Grand Prix GT2. Ever since I bought it three years ago I have had a intermittent problem with starting. When I start it up it turns over, starts sluggishly, and then stalls. This doesn’t happen every time but it happens a lot!!

How many miles does a Pontiac Grand Prix have?

My ’98 has 215,000 miles. Within the last 5k or so it developed a miss fire on cylinder 1 (at least thats what the code reader said) and I have no clue where to go with that. It then developed a loss in power, I replaced the ‘front’ valve cover gasket.

What kind of engine does a Pontiac Grand Prix have?

Intermittently when I am up around the 65-70 mph area i will give it gas and it will buck slightly, then most of the time when I let off and re-apply it is fine again. I have the 3800 series III V^6 in the car.

What to do when your Pontiac Grand Prix starts stalling?

The engine uses an electronic throttle, and is sensitive to buildup. If you remove the boot between the air cleaner and engine, you will see the throttle plate. Using a rag and some carburetor cleaner, open the throttle with your hand and use the rag and cleaner to wipe it out real well.

Why is the starter not turning on my Pontiac Grand Am?

If you can hear the starter motor turning but the engine isn’t turning (look at the belt) then the starter may not be engaging (in your car I believe this means that you must replace the whole starter). You can remove and test your starter to confirm whether or not the solenoid is engaging the starter.

Why does my Car Crank and not start?

There are many reasons for your car to crank and not start. Anything from factory security system locking you out, bad fuse/relay, clogged fuel filter,faulty fuel pump, oil sending unit/crank sensor failure, clogged catalytic converter, failing electronic ignition, ECM/PCM,etc.,etc.

What’s the difference between no start and no crank?

It’s important to know that a no crank and a no start condition are not the same thing. Here’s a brief description: In a no start condition your engine does turn over when you turn the ignition key to start but the engine doesn’t start. In other words: your vehicle’s starter motor is cranking the engine but the engine is not starting.

How to troubleshoot a GM 3.1L no start?

Important Tips And Suggestions. No Start Condition Basics. No Start 1: Checking For Spark. No Start 2: Checking For Fuel. No Start 3: Anti-Theft System Checks. No Start 4: Checking Engine Mechanical Condition. No Start Summary. Related Test Articles.

What happens when you change the O2 sensor?

The O2 sensor then sends information to the electronic control unit, or ECU, the vehicle’s computer. The ECU then adjusts the air-to-fuel ratio to optimize the fuel combustion. Sometimes an O2 sensor fails, and you need to replace it.

Is the Pontiac Grand Prix GT engine stalling?

I HAVE EXPERIENCED ENGINE STALLING WITH MY 2004 PONTIAC GRAND PRIX GT NUMEROUS, NUMEROUS TIMES. WHEN I TURN THE KEY I CAN HEAR CLICKING SOUNDS, BUT IT WILL NOT START. THE WEATHER DOES NOT PLAY A FACTOR IN THIS PROBLEM.

Is it dangerous to drive a Pontiac Grand Prix?

IT IS VERY DANGEROUS TO DRIVE A VEHICLE AND YOU DON’T KNOW WHEN IT WILL STALL. THERE IS NO USE TO TAKE IT BACK TO THE DEALER WHEN THEY CAN’T EVEN PINPOINT THE EXACT PROBLEM.

What are the problems with the Pontiac Grand Prix?

I have a 95 Grand Prix 3.1 and its been having problems lately. It starts hard in the morning. And you have to give it quite a bit of gas when taking off because it doesnt act like it wants to go. If you leave it idling it the rpms will start dropping and it will start sputering really bad.

When does a Pontiac Grand Prix car stall?

WHEN THE CAR STALLS THERE IS NO WARNING. IT HAS HAPPEN TO ME AS I AM IN DRIVE MODE, WHEN I AM ABOUT TO START THE CAR, AND SITTING IN THE DRIVE THROUGH AT FAST FOOD RESTAURANTS. THE TIME OF DAY NOR THE TIME OF SEASON DOES NOT PLAY A ROLE.

Where can I get Pontiac Grand Prix parts?

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What does aftermarket mean for a Pontiac Grand Prix?

“Aftermarket” is a term used to describe parts that are not made by the factory. So for example, for your Pontiac Grand Prix, if you buy parts for your car that are not actually made by Pontiac, then those are termed “aftermarket”.

When was the last year for the Pontiac Grand Prix?

2008. 2008 was the Pontiac Grand Prix’s last year as the sedan. For 2008, Pontiac did not offer the GT trim, but continued to offer both a base and GXP trim. The base trim is offered with a 200 hp (150 kW) V6 engine and 16 in (41 cm) wheels. Several new colors were also added for the 2008 model year.

Why does my car not start when stopped at a gas station?

It seems to happen more when I am stopped at a gas station, (not getting gas)- as crazy as that sounds. When it won’t restart, it will turn over and crank and act like it’s not getting fuel. We have checked the coils, fuel pressure regulator and just now replaced the fuel pump.

What does it mean when your car won’t restart?

When it won’t restart, it will turn over and crank and act like it’s not getting fuel. We have checked the coils, fuel pressure regulator and just now replaced the fuel pump. The car has 192,000 miles on it and is well maintained- tune up, etc.. When it won’t start, I have to put the gas pedal to the floor, and it will start.

How long can you drive with grinding brakes?

How Long can you Drive on Grinding Brakes? Though some persons have said they were able to get away with driving their car on grinding brakes for about 2 weeks, I personally will advise against this. Try as much as you can to avoid driving your car with grinding brakes ever. Driving your car on grinding brakes for 2 weeks is too long and risky.

Can a bad crankshaft sensor cause the engine to stall?

If the crankshaft position sensor or its wiring have any issues, it can cause the crankshaft signal to be cut off while the engine is running, which can cause the engine to stall. This is usually a symptom of a wiring problem, however a bad crankshaft position sensor can also produce this symptom.

What causes a Pontiac Grand Prix to stall?

Stalling Due to Mass Air Flow or Crankshaft Position Sensor Failure on Pontiac Grand Prix. Problem Description. The mass air flow or crankshaft position sensor may fail causing the engine to intermittently stall. It may be necessary for the engine to cool down before it will restart.

What causes Trac off on a Pontiac Grand Prix?

The “Trac Off” failures are usually a wheel speed sensor which is off the BCM not the ECU. — It seems like it might be a flaky ECU but I’m just guessing. 10 people found this helpful. Have you checked the fuel pressure? Could be ECU as mentioned above or possibly dirty injectors or fuel pump.

What to do if your car wont start after replacing the fuel pump?

Car won’t start even after I replaced the fuel pump. Car won’t start and turned off while driving. Replaced the fuel pump and I can hear it working. The car still won’t start.

Where is the fuel pump relay on a Pontiac Grand Am?

The fuel pump relay is #18 in the fuse box. Start with the car off, and have somebody else put the key in the cars ignition and attempt to start the car while you listen to the relay. If you can hear this relay make a “clicking” noise as the car attempts to start, then it is working properly.

Why does my Pontiac Grand Prix not start?

WHEN I TURN THE KEY I CAN HEAR CLICKING SOUNDS, BUT IT WILL NOT START. THE WEATHER DOES NOT PLAY A FACTOR IN THIS PROBLEM. I HAVE GAS IN THE CAR, SO THAT IS NOT THE CAUSE. THE CAR WAS TAKEN TO THE DEALER AND THEY COULD NOT PINPOINT THE PROBLEM. WHEN THE CAR STALLS THERE IS NO WARNING.

Can a GTP supercharger be added to a 3800?

One of the most common questions in the 3800 market is “Can I bolt a GTP supercharger onto my GT (L36) engine. The short answer is no. The only things the non supercharged and supercharged 3800’s have in common are the block and crank. Everything else is different.

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