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Old Oct 6, 2012 | 08:31 PM
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Checked injectors with test light and when plugged last one in I started car and got check engine light. Wouldn't turn over, tried again ang got nothing. No power in cab at all. Previously it was running rough but running.
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Check battery cables. Remove and clean inside of cable clamp and battery surface.

Next check grounds...they are bolted to the block lower rear driver's side of the block.

Are you getting spark?

Check all fuses.

Pull error codes.
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Old Oct 19, 2012 | 11:58 AM
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Originally Posted by John A. Marker
Check battery cables. Remove and clean inside of cable clamp and battery surface.

Next check grounds...they are bolted to the block lower rear driver's side of the block.

Are you getting spark?

Check all fuses.

Pull error codes.
You are the man!! It was the negative cable from the battery. Thanks for your response
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