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Old 10-05-2005, 09:54 AM
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Re: Re: 1997 buick regal 3800 will not start.

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Originally Posted by bnaylor3400
Is this a Regal LS or GS? The fuel pressure can be checked at the fuel pressure regulator (FPR) Schrader valve. With vaccum connected it will read in a range of 45 - 55 psi. With vaccum dis-connected it should read around at least 52 psi. This will test the fuel pump, fuel filter and the FPR. There is also a fuel pump relay involved.

If you have a GS model it's a two speed pump and the fuel pump resistor may be bad. The GS has an additional relay - fuel pump speed control relay which works in conjunction with the resistor.

If fuel is good then it's possibly ignition. Based on your symptoms it could be a crankshaft position sensor or an ignition switch and harness assembly too.






^We haven't had this problem so much where i work, but it's never a bad idea to make sure.

Step by step install-

1)Remove the right headlamp assembly.
2)From inside the headlamp opening, disconnect the pigtail.
- The wiring connector is located to the vertical fender brace forward of the fender well shield.

- The wiring connector is located to the top of the frame rail below the headlamp.

3)Remove the fuel pump resistor bolt.
4)Remove the fuel pump resistor.


Edit: I also just realized that if you're not taking it to a dealer there is a revised fuel sending unit assembly out for your car. Most non GM parts departments probably wont be able to see the change in part numbers. Its another possibility.
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