Spark, starter is cranking, no fuel

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Old Jul 4, 2010 | 02:11 PM
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Default Spark, starter is cranking, no fuel

I've tested spark plugs, they are receiving power and sparking.
I've tested the fuel lines at the filter, no fuel.
The starter is working, it cranks.
However, it just will not run.
No power at the fuel pump either.
This is on an 89 DX hatchback...
Next step is testing the main relay.
Anything I'm over-looking?
Checked fuses too, unless there is a hidden fuel-pump relay or something.
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Old Jul 4, 2010 | 03:37 PM
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Default Re: Spark, starter is cranking, no fuel

Have you tried tapping on the main relay? It may have broken solder joints in it making an intermittent connection.
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Old Jul 4, 2010 | 07:06 PM
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Default Re: Spark, starter is cranking, no fuel

Originally Posted by spazzer
Have you tried tapping on the main relay? It may have broken solder joints in it making an intermittent connection.
What!?

I'll try it.
If not, anyone sure if the main relay from a 90 Si will work in my 89 Dx?
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Old Jul 4, 2010 | 07:48 PM
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Default Re: Spark, starter is cranking, no fuel

Tapped the relay... fired her up... Woo!!! Running!!!!
If this forum had a kudos button, I'd be giving you kudos.

Now the question remains, will a relay from a 90 si work in my 89 dx?
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Old Jul 4, 2010 | 09:48 PM
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Default Re: Spark, starter is cranking, no fuel

damn i missed out. good job though
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Old Jul 4, 2010 | 10:35 PM
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Default Re: Spark, starter is cranking, no fuel

Look at the relay physically, there are only a couple of different types throughout all the models and years, mostly look at the wire harness configuration more than the relay configuration between the two cars, dont worry about wire colors, look at the pins being used, someone will look the parts listing up for you maybe.

Look at the part number on the two relays, quick check.
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