Problem with my Chevy Cavalier 1996
2.2
GM Computer codes = no
GM tech = kk
question = I Changed my fuel injector, it was leaking. I disconnected the fuel pump at the
harness underneath the car. I put everything back together and now the car will not start. I
Checked all fuses, the battery, the connector I disconnected to see if i bent anything. I
replaced the starter. The cars fuel pump is working I can smell gas underneath the hood.
When i crank the engine it clicks for one second then stops. It will not turn at all. There is
no release valve on the fuel rail. I have pumped the pedal, tuned on and off the key to
build up pressure but still nothing. I checked the fuel relay and still can not get any
response. When I turn the key it makes a clicking noise and the lights in the dash flicker. I
dont know why it wont turn. I have checked every thing and nothing is lose or blown. I
have asked many people and they say its the battery but I know the battery is good. I
really need help, thank you.
KK:
First off, a fuel system problem would have nothing to do with an engine that wont crank
over.
With the lights flickering, and starter only click / cranks for a second, this sounds like an
electrical problem. Batteries can act very odd at times. They can test good even with a
professional tester, but still have an internal short.
You may also have a ground problem. Maybe a ground wires left loose after replacement
of an injector. Another area of ground problem is a corroded cable on the battery tray,
While standing in front of the car, Check for a cable from the battery tray to the radiator
support. It is only a few inches long and may be your problem.
Another possible condition may be that the leaking injector may have filled the cylinder with
fuel causing a hydrostatic lock. Remove the spark plug of the cylinder you replaced the
injector and look for it to be full of fuel.
Again, batteries can do some weird things.
VISITOR:
Thank you for your help. I have fuel in my head which has caused a hydrostatic lock. I am
not sure what to do next. I wish I had some money to pay you for your advice. I guess I
need to drain the oil to see if I cracked the head or bent a rod. Do you think my engine is
toast. I guess I can pull all the spark plugs and let it air out. I dont know what else I can do
to see if the engine turns over. Thank you so much for your help.
KK:
You can remove the plugs, crank the engine over as long as the ignition system has been
disabled so you dont start a fire. Then let it air dry.
An air gun is the best way.
Then change the oil and it should start. Just trying to crank a hydrostatic locked engine
should not do any damage. You should be OK
2.2
GM Computer codes = no
GM tech = kk
question = I Changed my fuel injector, it was leaking. I disconnected the fuel pump at the
harness underneath the car. I put everything back together and now the car will not start. I
Checked all fuses, the battery, the connector I disconnected to see if i bent anything. I
replaced the starter. The cars fuel pump is working I can smell gas underneath the hood.
When i crank the engine it clicks for one second then stops. It will not turn at all. There is
no release valve on the fuel rail. I have pumped the pedal, tuned on and off the key to
build up pressure but still nothing. I checked the fuel relay and still can not get any
response. When I turn the key it makes a clicking noise and the lights in the dash flicker. I
dont know why it wont turn. I have checked every thing and nothing is lose or blown. I
have asked many people and they say its the battery but I know the battery is good. I
really need help, thank you.
KK:
First off, a fuel system problem would have nothing to do with an engine that wont crank
over.
With the lights flickering, and starter only click / cranks for a second, this sounds like an
electrical problem. Batteries can act very odd at times. They can test good even with a
professional tester, but still have an internal short.
You may also have a ground problem. Maybe a ground wires left loose after replacement
of an injector. Another area of ground problem is a corroded cable on the battery tray,
While standing in front of the car, Check for a cable from the battery tray to the radiator
support. It is only a few inches long and may be your problem.
Another possible condition may be that the leaking injector may have filled the cylinder with
fuel causing a hydrostatic lock. Remove the spark plug of the cylinder you replaced the
injector and look for it to be full of fuel.
Again, batteries can do some weird things.
VISITOR:
Thank you for your help. I have fuel in my head which has caused a hydrostatic lock. I am
not sure what to do next. I wish I had some money to pay you for your advice. I guess I
need to drain the oil to see if I cracked the head or bent a rod. Do you think my engine is
toast. I guess I can pull all the spark plugs and let it air out. I dont know what else I can do
to see if the engine turns over. Thank you so much for your help.
KK:
You can remove the plugs, crank the engine over as long as the ignition system has been
disabled so you dont start a fire. Then let it air dry.
An air gun is the best way.
Then change the oil and it should start. Just trying to crank a hydrostatic locked engine
should not do any damage. You should be OK
