OK, did you disconected the mechanical regulator or the pressure sensor?
If you disconnect the rail pressure sensor, and there aren't any other problems, the engine will start but it won't accelerate. (it enters in backup mode) When you use starting fluid, it makes the engine to gain speed, check the starting system (batteries, starter, and so on).
Try to scan using the check engine light, look at the ecm, there are a group of connectors, look for the blue ones, and join them while ignition is on. It should begin flashing codes. Each code will be shown three times.
Look at the engine crank speed sensor, check its resistance, or other damage on it.
Did you do some kind of repair, or overhaul? Check for incorrrect assembly (specially on the timing, and camshaft, sometimes it is 180~ advanced or retarded)
Good luck !!

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