I have a 2002 cavalier, I just put in a new pump assembly and a new filter, but it will not start. It has been down over a year and I think the gas went bad. How can I check to see if I am getting fue

Asked by David171873 Jun 03, 2017 at 07:47 PM about the 2002 Chevrolet Cavalier VLX Sedan FWD

Question type: Maintenance & Repair

1 Answer

223,915

Turn the key to the on position, you should be able to hear the fuel pump prime up then turn off. If the fuel pump does turn on then hook up a fuel pressure gauge and check the fuel pressure. Also check for spark at a spark plug wire, may have no spark.

Your Answer:

CarGurus Experts

  • #1
    John Saffrahn
    Reputation
    4,860
  • #2
    dandyoun
    Reputation
    2,000
  • #3
    mbar1
    Reputation
    1,690
View All

Find great deals from top-rated dealers

Search

Related Models For Sale

Used Chevrolet Blazer
20 Great Deals out of 874 listings starting at $19,499
Used Ford Focus
19 Great Deals out of 490 listings starting at $2,250
Used Ford Ranger
18 Great Deals out of 1,553 listings starting at $2,888

Content submitted by Users is not endorsed by CarGurus, does not express the opinions of CarGurus, and should not be considered reviewed, screened, or approved by CarGurus. Please refer to CarGurus Terms of Use. Content will be removed if CarGurus becomes aware that it violates our policies.