I have a 2000 Chevy 1500 with a 4.3L - It has been runnin...
Responses
GM Tech (Cam)
384 days ago
Hello there, I am Cam.
I am licensed automotive technician with more than 18 years experience.
As an expert on the site, I only have access to your question. Any billing questions or concerns would require a customer service specialist.
A couple things before we get going;
- I am around most days but not every minute of every day. If you reply while I am offline, I will respond when I am next online.
-I am a Firefighter/Paramedic which might require me to drop and run at any time without warning. If this happens, I will reply as soon as I am able to.
-The website will automatically offer a phone call. Some times they are beneficial, sometimes not.
I am sorry to hear you are having troubles with your vehicle. While I am looking at your question, can you tell me who I have the pleasure of assisting today?
If you remove the distributor cap and watch the rotor, does it turn smoothly?
Also if you push down and try to turn it, does it move more than 1/32"?
Customer
384 days ago
Rotates smoothly and no extra play in it. Also thank you for your service. I was a police officer for 16 years as well
GM Tech (Cam)
384 days ago
Thank you for your service. I cannot imagine the stuff you saw in your career.
Does it fire if you put a bit of fuel in the throttle?
Customer
384 days ago
It fires off but that’s it
GM Tech (Cam)
384 days ago
Ok so it runs for a moment on that. So its not spark.
When did you last change the fuel filter?
Customer
384 days ago
Not that long ago. It was running up until yesterday. Yesterday it started up but ran really rough, spitting and spuddering and when I finally got it to idle I’d put into gear and it would die. I went and got parts and was able to move the truck to my driveway and replaced what I told you earlier
GM Tech (Cam)
384 days ago
Ok, So we need to check the fuel pressure. IT is possible that has failed. The fact it runs on fuel in the throttle body leads me away form the ignition system.
Can you hear the fuel pump in the tank running for 2 seconds when you turn the key on?
Customer
384 days ago
sir, I can hear it
GM Tech (Cam)
384 days ago
Is it really loud?
Customer
384 days ago
No sir
GM Tech (Cam)
384 days ago
Ok, IS there power to the pink wire to the injector connector block into the intake?
Customer
384 days ago
sir, we have power there
GM Tech (Cam)
384 days ago
Ok, so you have power, you have spark since it runs on fuel in the throttle body. So we need to check the fuel pressure. Spec is 60-66 psi.
Customer
384 days ago
I don’t have anyway to check that
GM Tech (Cam)
384 days ago
I would see if your local part store will rent out tools.
Customer
384 days ago
Ok, well I don’t have a way to get one right now. Any other suggestions I can check? I just swapped back to my old cam and crank sensors and now my battery is dead. Lol - go figure!!
GM Tech (Cam)
384 days ago
Without that, not at the moment
Customer
384 days ago
Ok, thank you for your time. Be safe sir.
GM Tech (Cam)
384 days ago
You as well.
Still not sure what you need?
Have a certified mobile mechanic diagnose what's wrong with your car, at your home or office.
Top Questions
Trending Topics
What others are asking
How to adjust the steering wheel?
Adjusting your steering wheel is important for safety and comfort on the road. It’s easy to do, too. Just follow these steps: Find the adjustment lever located under the steering column. Pull the lever down. Adjust the steering wheel to...
What happens if the engine overheats?
If the coolant level in your car is low, the engine may overheat. The Fusion is designed with a fail-safe engine cooling mode that will activate if the temperature exceeds a certain amount. Here’s what you need to know: If...
What factors affect radio reception?
While your car’s audio system is pretty advanced, there are several different factors that can affect reception when you’re listening to the AM or FM band. Here’s what you should know: Station Interference: If you pass close to a broadcast...
Transmission oil cooler changing, does it involve a/c?
The automatic transmission/power steering cooler is mounted in front of the A/C condenser. Only the front grill needs to be removed and the A/C should not need to be disturbed. Have another certified mechanic, like one from YourMechanic, verify the...
Car locked up
Your vehicle likely lost steering and braking because your engine shut down. You lose all power steering and braking when your engine loses power. As for the warning lights in the dash, I would recommend scanning your vehicles computer with...
Squealing coming from brake power booster/check valve?
Hello - your problem sounds like a failed vacuum or fresh air valve in the power brake booster, or possibly a ruptured diaphragm in the booster. And, you are correct that this failure will not lose brake fluid. I would...
Car does not start remotely and Check Engine Light is on
Hi there. Check to see what Engine Light code is stored first to determine what needs to be repaired. There are 21 different codes that are the basic symptoms for a vehicle with not starting and loss of power that...
I have rebuild transmission and is not driving out of D and D3.
Hi there. Check the shifter cable (https://www.yourmechanic.com/services/shift-selector-cable-replacement) alignment to the transmission and make sure that the main valve is aligned up properly. The main valve could be off aligned causing the vehicle to not drive in the D and D3...
My 2010 Dodge Grand Caravan was hit head on, totaling both vehicles. My airbags did not deploy. Can you tell me why?
Hi there. To be honest, there is no way we can tell you why the air bags on your Grand Caravan did not deploy. In some cases, the air bag sensors are damaged due to corrosion or other electrical faults....
Browse other content
Cities
Services
I have a 2000 Chevy 1500 with a 4.3L - It has been running rough and the code was P1345. Yesterday it started but was really rough and kept dying. I replaced the cam and crank sensors, distributor and cap along with [spark plugs](...
I have a 2000 Chevy 1500 with a 4.3L - It has been running rough and the code was P1345. Yesterday it started but was really rough and kept dying. I replaced the cam and crank sensors, distributor and cap along with [spark plugs](/topics-spark-plug-chevy/) and wires and now it won’t start. It turns over but won’t run. I do have fire to the distributor Mechanic's Assistant: Does the vehicle stall at low speeds? Does it sputter? Won’t start now Mechanic's Assistant: Are you fixing your Spark yourself? What have you tried so far? Pulled Mechanic's Assistant: Anything else you want the Mechanic to know before I connect you? Pulled the distributor and rotated the crank to see if it was out of time. It will only slide into place at 2 different positions.