95 xj6, cranks but doesn't start

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Dec 18, 2007 | 06:51 PM

95jagxj6

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95 xj6, cranks but doesn't start

I have a 1995 XJ6 with about 163,000 miles that has never had any major problems since it was purchased; I'm also new to to this forum. The car has been running fine but about two days ago I went to start the car, and it was cranking but would not start (it was pretty low on gas that day so I went and put some more in it, but had the same problem). On one occasion it did start for about a few seconds, then the engine cut off. Since then, every attempt results in just cranking, and not starting. I have heard various reasons for this, such as fuel filter/pump, crank sensor, etc. Would anyone have any insight as to how to troubleshoot this or which possible component could have failed? Thanks.

Dec 18, 2007 | 11:46 PM

dougs02

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RE: 95 xj6, cranks but doesn't start

Check the fuse for the fuel pump. Also turn the key on and have someone listen at the back of the car for the fuel pump working briefly. I think it shuts off after pressure is built up. I don't have a XJ6 anymore but maybe someone can tell you if there is a valve on the fuel rail to check fuel flow.

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Dec 19, 2007 | 09:26 AM

ken@britishparts.com

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RE: 95 xj6, cranks but doesn't start

Check the crank position sensor as well.

Dec 19, 2007 | 10:33 AM

gp1959

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RE: 95 xj6, cranks but doesn't start

This is exactly the same problem i'm having with my xj6. I know I have spark...i detached the fuel line at the fuel filter and when i turned the key to the first position (before cranking) fuel flowed freely through the filter....I checked the fuel pump fuse and the fuel inertia cutoff switch....so i'm kind of in limbo now...not sure what to do next.

Dec 19, 2007 | 12:35 PM

ken@britishparts.com

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RE: 95 xj6, cranks but doesn't start

I suppose the next step would be to through a manual gauge on to see what kind of fuel pressure you're running.

Dec 22, 2007 | 09:28 AM

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RE: 95 xj6, cranks but doesn't start

you might be loosing fuel flow.. the hose off the pump tends to fall off.. or just be slightly coming off .. and create long cranking

Dec 22, 2007 | 12:17 PM

gp1959

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RE: 95 xj6, cranks but doesn't start

Do you mean the hose that's attached to the fuel pump inside the fuel tank??

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Dec 23, 2007 | 04:58 PM

jag_genius

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RE: 95 xj6, cranks but doesn't start

yep or it can be just a dead fuel pump

Dec 26, 2007 | 08:23 PM

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RE: 95 xj6, cranks but doesn't start

problem resolved....the crank position sensor connector was very dirty....cleaned it, and now it starts up just fine. thanks for the replies everyone

Dec 27, 2007 | 02:58 PM

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gp1959

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RE: 95 xj6, cranks but doesn't start

Glad you got that fixed. Where is that sensor located???

Dec 27, 2007 | 04:36 PM

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RE: 95 xj6, cranks but doesn't start

front of the engine, in the center

Feb 28, 2010 | 03:52 PM

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italcarnut

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Is there a relay for the fuel pump that may fail. I am finding myself with the same problem. Went to start the car today and no joy. Seems I have spark, but need to check for fuel. I will also look for the crank sensor. What should I look for besides a connector/ Anything?