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intermittent start Sign up here! Search this forum this category all forums for All words Any words Whole Phrase (search options) Auto Repair Home>> Automotive Repair>> Engine Troubleshooting jbird New User Oct 1, 2014, 11:01 AM Post #1 of 3 (1810 views) intermittent start Sign In Hi I have a 1999 pontiac bonneville 3.8 liter v6 . The crankshaft position sensor was causing it to randomly stall out so I took it to shop and had it replaced because I didn't have time to do it myself I'm an electricain at a coal mine and work a lot of hour's. Got it back and problem was solved about a month later I went to get into the car and go and it ran like cap miss firing and the hole nine. It was low on gas so I thought some moisture got in the tank so I filled tank and ran some heat threw it still no change. So I change plugs and wires in the process I noticed that on my top coil the number 6 tower was black so I replaced coil also. Still ran the same checked spark with spark tool it was fine. I then changed ecm still ran the same. I then put it on a tester and it gave me the po336 code so I changed the crankshaft sensor again my self thinking he might have messed the up the baffle or the ring was loose any way to make a long story short that did not help also changed fuel pump filter strainer camshaft sensor fuel pressure regulator new air filter tried a different amf sensor did not help car on ocaition will fire up and run like a new especially after batt disconnect I guess because computer resets. I even tried unhook in alternator to see if diode was bad did the same with o2 sensor. Tested the Cadillac converter and it's not clogged. Tested fuel pump took line off at the filter an turned key works great. Took all my wires loose from loom and tested cont it was good now I'm about to junk this son of a gun. It has not drove 30 miles in a year and a half. I'm talking the fuel line off of the motor to see if it's not clogged now. And by the way I've taken this car to three shops and they charge but say they have no idea how to fix it. If any of ya'll would care to lend some of your experience I would greatly appreciate it thank you for your time. GC User Oct 1, 2014, 2:03 PM Post #2 of 3 (1785 views) Re: intermittent start Sign In Wow. Dont know what to make of all this.. Test fuel pressure, not just unhooking fuel lines. Put a fuel pressure gauge on it. You have tested for spark at each wire? Test for injector pulse with noid light. If nothing shows, do a compression test. Oh and how do you know the Cadillac converter :) isnt plugged? (Its a catalytic converter BTW) Might be a good idea to check the state of the battery now so it doesnt influence any testing. Test and charge. ____________________________________________________ Willing to help, willing to learn... Rob GC User Oct 1, 2014, 2:04 PM Post #3 of 3 (1783 views) Re: intermittent start Sign In Also if you can scan for codes, post the #s ____________________________________________________ Willing to help, willing to learn... Rob   Automotive Repair     Auto Body Repair and Refinishing     Heating or AC Issues     Electrical and Wiring     Brake Systems     Car Stereo Repair Advice     General Discussions     Car Making Funny Noises     Engine Fault Codes     Engine Troubles     Exhaust Systems     Steering and Suspension     Transmission Troubles     Tricks of the Trade Automotive World     General Discussions     Antique Car Talk     Car Shows and Events     The Bargin Bin     Motor Vehicle Inspection     Car Care Tips     Traffic Tickets     Gasoline, Motor Oils, Concept Cars and Engines     Auto Insurance, Financing, Leases, Warranties Truck Repair     General Discussions     Truck Engine Repair     Truck Suspension Repair Motorcycle Repair     General Discussions     Motorcycle Engine Repair CarJunky     Open Posting     Board FAQ's     New Board Suggestions

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