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What causes a 1997 t100 to crank but not start?

1. Bad spark plugs. Worn-out spark plugs can cause a car to crank but not start. Check your spark plugs for wear or damage and replace them if necessary.

2. Bad ignition coils. Ignition coils provide the electrical power necessary for the spark plugs to fire. If an ignition coil fails, the spark plugs will not receive any power and the engine will not start. Check your ignition coils for damage and replace them if necessary.

3. Bad fuel pump. The fuel pump supplies fuel to the engine. If the fuel pump fails, the engine will not receive any fuel and will not start. Check your fuel pump for damage and replace it if necessary.

4. Bad fuel injector. Fuel injectors spray fuel into the engine cylinders. If a fuel injector fails, the engine will not receive any fuel and will not start. Check your fuel injectors for damage and replace them if necessary.

5. Clogged fuel filter. A clogged fuel filter can restrict the flow of fuel to the engine. This can cause the engine to run lean and misfire, or it can prevent the engine from starting at all. Check your fuel filter for clogs and replace it if necessary.

6. Air filter. A dirty air filter can restrict the flow of air to the engine. This can cause the engine to run rich and misfire, or it can prevent the engine from starting at all. Check your air filter for dirt and replace it if necessary.

7. Bad battery: If the battery does not have enough power, the starter will not be able to turn the engine over. Check the battery terminals for corrosion and ensure they are clean and tight. If the battery is still weak, it may need to be replaced.

8.Faulty starter: The starter is responsible for turning the engine over. If the starter is not working properly, the engine will not be able to start. Check the starter for damage and replace it if necessary.**

9. Wiring issue. A loose or damaged wire can prevent the starter from getting power or prevent the spark plugs from firing. Check all the wiring in the ignition system for damage and repair or replace any faulty wires.

10. ECU issue. The ECU (engine control unit) is responsible for controlling the engine's ignition, fuel injection, and other systems. If the ECU is not working properly, the engine will not be able to start. Check the ECU for damage and replace it if necessary.