cant not figure out why 98 avalon is not starting - Toyota Nation Forum : Toyota Car and Truck Forums

Tara20 · 03-15-2009, 02:50 AM

so far we have determined that it is not the battery, starter, fuel pump. my dad is goin crazy on tryin to fix my car for me. if anyone could please, try to help us and give some insight on the situation. my spark plugs are gettin spark but they give off a yellow spark, and my dad said that they should be white. im set on having my alternator tested but my dad doesnt think that is the problem. is there anyone out there that can please help me. i love my avalon and really want it running again soon.

Thanks. Tara

***toyomoho*** · 03-16-2009, 10:10 AM

Does this car have one coil or more then one?

Is the engine getting fuel when cranking.

Check the timing. Make sure the dist rotor is at the No 1 cylinder cap electrode when the crank is at 0 deg and No 1 cylinder at TDC.

Tara20 · 03-22-2009, 01:32 AM

thanks for your input, we finally figured out that it was the fuel pump circuit within the fuel pump itself. so my dad just went out and bought a new one and replaced it. all is well with my avalon now, so glad to have it running again!!!

coolworld · 03-22-2009, 01:52 AM

it is having coil or more the one coil.may be its alternate problem.it is not providing proper current to spark plug.you should go to workshop and tell them about your problem.they will give you better solution.and it's good to hear that you love your car.

Tara20 · 03-22-2009, 02:41 AM

my car is like my child lol. i pay for it by myself without any help. i try to take very good care of it, just this fuel pump issue is the only major prob. i have yet to have out of it and i have had this car for about 2 yrs now. if you ask me it was fixed just in time, bc im leaving friday to go to auburn, al to go on a trip to new orleans with some college friends of mine who attend the university there.