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Cranks but won't start. No check engine light

Discussion in 'CJ' started by lefouxfoux, Aug 19, 2023.

  1. Aug 19, 2023 at 8:13 PM
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    lefouxfoux

    lefouxfoux [OP] New Member

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    Hello! My 85 cj7 has Howell efi kit, about 2 years ago. Been running great. Now, won’t start, no check engine light. Cranks but won’t catch/fire. Battery good, fuses good, bulb for light good, starter solenoid good, distributor has spark, gas is full! I’m not sure what else to check. Help! I’m a newbie.
     
  2. Aug 20, 2023 at 11:12 PM
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    83CJ7

    83CJ7 New Member

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    Do all cylinders have spark? You can use a timing gun for an easy check.

    If you truly are getting spark, it shouldn't be a grounding issue, but you can always grab the frame and engine grounds to make sure they are tight.

    Next thing is fuel. I know you said you have gas, but do you have fuel going into the cylinders? Is your fuel pressure right? It could be a simple bad fuel pump issue. If you aren't getting fuel up to the engine, you might just have a weak or bad fuel pump.
     
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