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My car won’t start I have a 2004 Chevy Monte Carlo 3.4 l,...


My car won’t start I have a 2004 Chevy Monte Carlo 3.4 l, some guy told me it was my E.G.R valve I changed it nothing it cranks but still don’t start,I changed my fuel filter cause it clogged it started for a bit turned it off the...

My car won’t start I have a 2004 Chevy Monte Carlo 3.4 l, some guy told me it was my E.G.R valve I changed it nothing it cranks but still don’t start,I changed my fuel filter cause it clogged it started for a bit turned it off then didn’t start again but cranks but don’t turn over or start, I took out the air filter cleaned out the air filter with carbon cleaner it started for a bit again then next day went to start it cranks but don’t start up. That’s my problem Mechanic's Assistant: Is the fuel filter an external one, or is it inside the tank? Underneath or the bottom of the car Mechanic's Assistant: Are you fixing your Monte Carlo yourself? What have you tried so far? Honestly a couple street wanna bees and 1 mobile mechanic. I tried just the fuel filter but the 2 codes popped up one code we fixed and cleared the other was the crankshaft position sensor but my street mechanic took out the plugs the back one my car has 2 that was 4 days ago he has not come back and still have my plugs Mechanic's Assistant: Anything else you want the Mechanic to know before I connect you? I changed E.G.R valve,map sensor,fuel regulator,alternator,air filter,[radiator](/topics-radiator-chevy/),new battery,temperature sensor, transmission from a 2005 Chevy Monte carlo,power steering pump,and thermostat,and turpentine belt I think that’s it

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Automotive Expert
Hello and thank you for using JustAnswer. My name is \*\*\*\*\* \*\*\*\*\* I will do my best to assist you. During this conversation you will be given an automated offer for a phone call. You may accept or decline that offer.I don’t personally offer this service so if you take this another tech may call I’m sorry that you’re having trouble with your vehicle. I will do my best to help you resolve them. Please understand that I do not know your knowledge or capabilities so I may need to ask questions to find out basic information to help solve your specific problem. My aim is to give you the best service possible and to help you. If you have any questions or concerns, please don’t hesitate to let me know. Sometimes it may take a moment for me to respond because I may have to look up information about your concern. I appreciate your patience and will provide responses as soon as possible. Ok, first, was the crankshaft position sensor replaced and if so, was the relearn procedure done using a scan tool? Second, has fuel pressure been tested with a fuel pressure gauge? Third, when you turn the key to on position does the security light which is a padlock symbol, flash on and off, come on and go off within 10 seconds or stay on as long as key is in on position?

No my street guy still have the plugs,2 No it has not had that test done,3rd it flashes just security then goes off but the if my car just sitting it has my car lights flash on it's like every 15-20 min
Automotive Expert
HI Ok, unfortunately there is not alot you can do at this point until you get the plugs back and installed. At that point a fuel pressure test needs to be done. With the fuel filter having been clogged, I suspect your fuel pump is also and needs to be replaced, but will need to be confirmed by doing a fuel pressure test. It should be 52-59psi with key on [engine](/topics-engine-chevy/) off. If under that, replace the pump Thanks for using Just Answer and letting me help you. I hope I provided what you needed. If you find more help is still needed, let me know by listing out any remaining questions you have on this concern. I hope the remainder of your day is well.

How long will you be assisting me I didn't see that part of this site.
Automotive Expert
HI As long as needed or until I am out of useful ideas.

Ok thanks I'll get that plug in tomorrow then I'll text you
Automotive Expert
Hi ok, sounds good

K
Automotive Expert
k

Can you send me a picture of the reset button on the 2004 Chevy Monte Carlo 3.4 liter engine
Automotive Expert
HI what reset button?

I changed my transmission from a 2004 Chevy Monte Carlo but not the computer somebody told me I should of changed it too or hit the reset button by the dash
Automotive Expert
HI, There is not a reset button for this. The computer has to be reflashed with a dealer level scan tool

How much is that usuallyI will get my plugs back today and try and start itIt cranks but won't start but it did start after I cleaned the mass air filter I let it run a couple of times cake back in a hr then cranks but won't start
Automotive Expert
HI That runs 1 hour labor, which is about $125 Once you get the plugs back, try to start and let me know.

Ok
Automotive Expert
ok

How much is the cost to replace the crankshaft sensor?
Automotive Expert
HI The part is $65. Labor is 1.4 hours, about $140 to $180 so total $205 to $225

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