I have a 97 Olds Cutlass 3.1 and it will crank when I spray gas on intake but then it dies. I've already changed the fuel pump. Help!

Asked by roseheart Feb 18, 2015 at 04:05 PM about the 1997 Oldsmobile Cutlass 4 Dr STD Sedan

Question type: Maintenance & Repair

Already replaced the fuel pump. Only cranks with gas sprayed on intake.

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Well, it cranks, it just won't stay started. Does that mean it's getting fuel to the carb or spark plugs?

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yes take the fuel inlet tube off of the carb and put it in a bottle and see if it pumps out gas

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