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Old Aug 21, 2021 | 10:29 PM
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Truck won't start unsure if it's a bad relay or the pump,how do I find out which, please can anybody help.
 
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Old Aug 21, 2021 | 10:31 PM
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What are you driving?
 
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Old Aug 21, 2021 | 10:46 PM
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Old Aug 21, 2021 | 11:57 PM
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Swap the relay with another, such as AC compressor relay. Rent a fuel pressure tester kit from the parts store, which is free when you return it.
 
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Old Aug 23, 2021 | 01:11 AM
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Define wont start please. Does the truck crank? Or does it do nothing at all. If nothing I'd be checking battery and starter as well.
 
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Old Aug 23, 2021 | 02:55 PM
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Yes it cranks and power is going to relay but pump is not coming on and my guages don't work
 
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Do the gauges show anything with the key on? Volt gauge should show battery voltage at least.
 
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Old Aug 24, 2021 | 07:58 PM
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No but the dummy lights come on and a no bus in od window
 
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Old Aug 25, 2021 | 08:19 AM
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You have a failed sensor somewhere. Check and see if you are getting spark.
 
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Old Aug 25, 2021 | 09:10 AM
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Originally Posted by Jamscor
Truck won't start unsure if it's a bad relay or the pump,how do I find out which, please can anybody help.
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Swap the relay with another, such as AC compressor relay. Rent a fuel pressure tester kit from the parts store, which is free when you return it.
Try these things. They will answer your question.
 
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