Elijah Bliss

3 words: YOU GUYS ROCK!!! I tapped the pump with the hammer a little bit and now the car is starting up like champ! Thanks a MILLION everyone, you saved me quite a bit of money!

So far: I disconnected the fuel pump and connected the contacts to my multi-meter. I get a 12V reading cycling on and off in rhythm to the solenoid clicking on and off. I'm assuming that this is normal and that the proper voltage is reaching the fuel pump?

One more question, the Haynes repair manual states that before the pump and/or filter is replaced, the fuel line pressure must be relieved by removing the fuses to the fuel pump and letting the pressure run out while the car is running. Since I can't relieve the pressure that way, how else can this be done?

I heard the solenoid, but I didn't hear the pump, but would I hear it at all since it's located in the back near the tank?

I tried that was well, no go. Does gas go bad after sitting a year?

Greetings, I'm new here. I have a 87 4WD fuel injected GL that was sitting in the garage for little over a year. Today I tried to start the car. It started briefly and fizzled out. I tried starting again, it cranks over strong, but will not start. I tested the ignition system, the spark is strong. There are no leaks and I don't smell any gas. I am perplexed because it started just fine a year ago, and I never had any staring problems with this vehicle. I'm beginning to think it's the fuel pump but how would a fuel pump go bad from a year of inactivity? Any help would be greatly appreciated. Thanks.