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Bcru
06-08-2008, 01:15 PM
Hello,

I have a 2000 Pontiac Grand Prix 3.8L Supercharged (GTP) that just stopped on the highway. No signs at all, it just died. Now it doesn't want to stay on when I turn it over. The car goes on and then just shuts off, it doesn't stay idling. If I floor the gas it stays on but if I try to hold it at about 2000 RPMS it also dies. I have replaced the fuel filter, fuel pump, regapped the spark plugs and there are no DTC codes. I also checked for spark at the coils and they have spark. During the process my battery died one morning and I have replaced that also. I have checked all of my vacuum lines and they all seem to be fine. I have also removed my TPS, MAF, IAC and IAT to spray them down. Now since I don't have any codes, what should I do next? I am really at a lost here, please help me out.

Thanks

BNaylor
06-08-2008, 02:53 PM
Based on your symptoms unless you did it earlier try bypassing the fuel pump resistor. See link below.

Click here (http://www.automotiveforums.com/vbulletin/showthread.php?t=658282)

Another possibility is a bad MAF sensor. So disconnect it (ignition to off first) and then see how driveability is.

And welcome to AF.

Bcru
06-08-2008, 04:04 PM
Thanks BNaylor, I immediately tried editing (bending) the relay and turned the car on and it stood running, so off to order a new FUEL PUMP RESISTOR...

Well at least now I have a new fuel filter, fuel pump and fuel pressure tester.

Thanks again BNaylor

tblake
06-08-2008, 11:30 PM
Bob, just wondering if you know any good sources for a fuel pump resistor?

BNaylor
06-08-2008, 11:53 PM
Bob, just wondering if you know any good sources for a fuel pump resistor?

Tim, the most commonly used source is PFYC.com (see link) or the GM Dealer. Also, there used to be a kit that moved it to within the engine compartment but I don't know if that is available anymore.

Click here (http://www.pfyc.com/pc/WB3006/GPUNDER/Fuel+Pump+Resistor+-+97-03+Grand+Prix.html)

tblake
06-09-2008, 01:29 AM
Hmmm, thanks! I was just wondering as its probably among the next to be replaced on my GTP.... I've had all the other GP notorious problems, why stop now?

ayala22
07-09-2008, 01:31 AM
Great Thank You Guy For All Your Help Finally Fix My Car.

bridget36907
09-02-2008, 01:39 PM
Great Thank You Guy For All Your Help Finally Fix My Car.

so was it the maf sensor or fuel resistor?

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