I just purchased a 1998 Chevy cavalier and it will not start....?

[JillionnasMomma]

It ran a couple days ago and was driven around the block, parked. And the next day it wouldn't start ...again! It will turn over but will not start. Already replaced the battery and starter, dou you think it could be the fuel pump or coil pack possibly?

 

[dooger j]

First. see if the plugs are getting spark. If yes, check for gas at the injector, while cranking. It should have a fine cone shaped spray of gas. These two tests will let you know which area you need to investigate. I would bet the fuel pump. While sitting in car, with door closed, radio and everything turned off, turn ignition key to ON. Not START, just to ON or the RUN position. The fuel pump should run for about two seconds. You can hear this if it happens. If it does run, change the filter. If it does not run, check the fuse and relay. If good, go for the pump. Good luck.

 

[markdoesntknow]

try the ignition switch and see if its good or the spark plugs

 

[bandit_60]

it could be 1 of those or it could be the fuel filter. when you leave a car sit then it can give the dirt time to settle in the filter and stop the flow of fuel. make sure the engine is getting fuel and see if you have spark at the plugs. like you said it could be coil pack or even the module. either 1 of those can go without any warning.