Q: I just put in a fuel pump and its still not starting and its not the fuel relay what could it be?

asked by on December 20, 2016

I was in a snow bank when i got outi try to drive the car did run for a minute then died i got the fuel pump replced because i thought that was the problem and replaced the battery the fuel pump relay is good what could be the problem?

My car has 15000 miles.
My car has an automatic transmission.

Car is not starting Inspection $94.99 - $114.99 Get a Quote

Hello, thank you for writing in. When it comes to no start and stalling issues, you want to start with the simple stuff. Make sure your batter cables are perfect, the new battery is fully charged, and make sure the battery’s ground connection is clean, dry, and tight. When you turn the vehicle on, keep the key in the "On" position and listen for the fuel pump to prime. If you hear it prime then give it a moment and then start the vehicle. If you do not hear the pump priming, then you are likely experiencing and issue with the pump install. At that point you want to check the electrical connections, and even test for power at the terminal. You can also perform a fuel pressure test, and spark test to make sure you are getting both accurately. There are several ways to test for spark, a spark tester being the safest. Start with the power supply and take further testing from there.

The statements expressed above are only for informational purposes and should be independently verified. Please see our terms of service for more details

Get an instant quote for your car

Our certified mechanics come to you ・Backed by 12-month, 12,000-mile guarantee・Fair and transparent pricing


Experienced Mechanic?

Earn up to $70/hr

What others are asking

How do I install a child restraint?
There are numerous different kinds of child restraint systems available, and each installs differently. To be sure that you safely and properly install your child restraint system, follow the instructions provided by the child restraint manufacturer.
wont go faster 35mph
If the Check Engine Light is on this would be helpful as the codes that would be triggered by this would generate useful information relating to the problem. Without the benefit of hooking the car up to a scanner and...
My alternator was just replaced. Now it's whining and locking on me! Why?
Check the transmission output shaft housing and make sure that it is not cracked or damaged. The vehicle speed sensor (https://www.yourmechanic.com/services/speed-sensor-replacement) is located in the output shaft housing and controls the speedometer. If the housing is binding with the output...
My car is idling rough and flooding out when first starting. What could be causing this?
This may be related to a dirty or failing idle air control valve. The idle air control valve reads the air intake as it is mixed with fuel prior to being injected into the engine at low speeds and at...
Car is temp is rising past halfway mark while in traffic ...water pump and therm replaced also pressure test passed
Hello: There are several reasons why the coolant temperature would increase while you're stuck in traffic, in fact, it's rather normal for this to occur. Typically the thermostat on the radiator is set to release and open the coolant to...
Service Engine Soon light driving problems
Any one, or more, out of a list of thousands of Diagnostic Trouble Codes could have caused your vehicle's Check Engine Light to illuminate. Even given your very well stated description of what occurred, no "one" of these many codes...
Battery and Jerking
Hello There, The battery light indicates that you have either a weak battery or something potentially wrong with the charging system such as a bad alternator (https://www.yourmechanic.com/services/alternator-replacement) or a faulty voltage regulator. As you may know, the alternator is responsible...

Related articles

The Best Used Cars to Buy If You’re Single
When When you’re buying a vehicle that needs to meet the requirements of all kinds of passengers the process can prove to be rather tricky. However, if you happen to be single, you’re the one in control, and your list...
The Best Used Cars to Buy If You're a Gardener or Landscape Architect
Gardeners Gardeners and landscape architects need to haul around quite a bit of gear. As a gardener, chances are you will need to transport a variety of mowing equipment, along with smaller implements. You may also need to move shrubs,...
The Top 5 Selling Cars in Alaska in 2012
Alaska Alaska requires a different kind of vehicle to handle both the terrain and the wintery conditions. While some of the most popular options for the Alaskan terrain in previous years included options such as the Subaru Forester and the...