Why wont my 1997 GMC Sonoma start.
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Asked by gmc97sonoma Jun 23, 2014 at 11:01 PM about the 1997 GMC Sonoma 2 Dr SLS Sport 4WD Standard Cab LB

Question type: Maintenance & Repair

Hi my 1997 GMC sonoma has been giving me problems. I was driving one day and then the engine shut off completely. The battery however was working fine and all lights were turning on. I got it towed home and used some Carb spray and it started so I assumed it was the fuel pump however the next day I decided to test it to see if it turned on and it did. I was able to drive it a few miles and it worked fine. Later that day the same thing happened it wouldn't start. I wanted to know what might be wrong with my truck and how I can get it fixed. Thank you for taking the time to read this about my problem I am having.

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T_S_T answered 9 years ago

Yes,you are on the right track,check fuel filter,s and change your fuel pump,fuel pump,s are funny win they go bad,work when cool then get hot and stop,change fuel pump

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gmc97sonoma answered 9 years ago

Sorry I forgot to mention that when it first went out the battery and check gage light came on, but they both are working

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gmc97sonoma answered 9 years ago

It will turn on once a day without the carb sprayer could it still be fuel pump

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T_S_T answered 9 years ago

Yes,from what you posted,i think that,s your problem.

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