Engine Not Getting Fuel Options

[ididntseenothing]

Hey all. So went to drive the 94 Celica yesterday, and stalled out on me when attempting to leave the complex. Wouldn't restart so had to push it back.

Anyway, seems like the engine isn't getting any fuel. The CEL has been on/off over the past few weeks. Attempted to read it to see what it could be, but it's not throwing a code, just a constant flash.

Tried checking the EFI relay to see if it looked burnt out or anything, but looks alright. Checked all the fuses that it could be and nothing seems to be blown. Can smell gasoline under the hood when trying to start the car, but still a no go.

Any help would be greatly appreciated. Thanks.

This post has been edited by ididntseenothing: Sep 16, 2009 - 3:51 PM

[ididntseenothing]

Actually had a friend that is a little more mechanically inclined than I am check it out before I went and replaced anything. He pulled the line off the fuel filter and it spilled no gas. He also checked and it's not getting spark either. So little loss at the moment on what it could be.

[Jamchell]

Actually had a friend that is a little more mechanically inclined than I am check it out before I went and replaced anything. He pulled the line off the fuel filter and it spilled no gas. He also checked and it's not getting spark either. So little loss at the moment on what it could be.

This makes it easier, if it doesn't spill any gas when you crack the line and crank the engine then the fuel pump is not operating. I would check fuses first, then check to see if you are getting voltage at the pump with a multimeter. You can do this by removing the rear seat and then the access panel.


How did he check for spark? This could also be due to a fuse. In the worst case the ECU could be fried as it controls the fuel delivery and ignition system. In some newer cars the ECU can shut off the pump, not so sure on ours though.