When I try to start my car, it sounds like it’s turning o...
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rpmdiag
230 days ago
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Customer
230 days ago
Thank you, Ron!
rpmdiag
230 days ago
I’m very sorry that you’re having this issue and together, we will get this figured out. I will need your help too because I can’t see, touch, hear or smell anything that’s going on with your vehicle. We may also require some specialized testing tools in order to assist us in diagnosing the problems due to the complexity of today’s vehicles. JA will offer a phone call to you at an additional fee, it’s your choice. Please be patient with my replies, I reply back in question order received. If I send you an attachment, I will tell you, BUT, you will NOT get it on a phone; you must be on a tablet or PC. Please let me know when you are satisfied with my answers too so we can close out your question.
Okay, first check for codes in the computer.
Check fuel pressure with a gauge.
Check spark at the plugs with a spark tester.
Check injector pulse with a noid light.
Check for jumped valve timing with a compression gauge.
These testing tools are at your parts store for loan/rent.
Thanks again and all the best:)
Ron
Customer
230 days ago
Thank you! I will let you know how those go!
rpmdiag
230 days ago
You're welcome, thank you too and best of luck:)
Ron
Customer
230 days ago
quick question - if i send a video so you can hear the crank sound, would you receive it?might that help narrow it down?
rpmdiag
230 days ago
I would get it, but that won't tell me much.
Thanks again, Ron
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