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2001 cav no start

Old Nov 3, 2007 | 4:36 PM
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hey guys i have a 01 chevy cavalier that does not start i have fuel i have spark i have compression i even removed the 02 sensor thinking not enough back pressure i have injector pulse eveything has anybody ever run into this problem its a 01 cavalier 2.2 engine single camthere is communication with pcm and scanner as ell any input would be greatly appriciated
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Old Nov 3, 2007 | 5:45 PM
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Default RE: 2001 cav no start

If you have compression, a spark, fuel, and backpressure, it'll start assuming your starterworks and the battery is charged.

Have you checked the throttle body and PCV valve for blockages?
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Old Nov 3, 2007 | 6:41 PM
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HOW ABOUT CORRECT TIMEING
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Old Nov 3, 2007 | 8:31 PM
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Given the information you provided, I'd seriously lean toward the Crackshaft Position sensor.
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Old Nov 3, 2007 | 9:06 PM
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i hooked up the scanner and the crank sensor seems to be working fine timing i havent checked that is my next step im going to start removing the timing cover tomorrow but if it as the crank sensor was bad oulnt i have no spark and i do have spark
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Old Nov 3, 2007 | 10:18 PM
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I forgot to mention timing. Yes if youre sparking late, thats def. an issue.
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