Troubleshooting: 1993 SE won't start
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Troubleshooting: 1993 SE won't start
Hope you guys can help me get pointed in the right direction. My 93 SE won't start, but just barely. The starter turns well and there is even some ignition (sometimes) which takes the engine to 500rpm or so before stumbling and dying.
Starter: strong
Ignition: confirmed spark exists on all six coils
Compression: decent compression (130,130,120:150,150,160psi)
Spark plugs are covered in gasoline, perhaps a little oil on one or two bc of my leaky valve cover gaskets), but mostly gasoline.
I just bought a new set of plugs yesterday (the same that had been running for two months prior).
The ECM throws no codes which is frustrating.--
update:
Okay it appears I have multiple problems. I was having a hard time starting and read low voltage under load. Replaced the battery and now I can get the car to start, but only for 3-10 seconds before it dies. Touching the gas pedal causes an immediate stall. Unplugging the MAF does not change symptoms. I dont see any cracked vacuum tubes or hear any leaks. ECU still throws no codes.
If the IACV is not working properly will the car cease to idle? Am I barking up the wrong tree by investigating MAF/IACV/vacuum? I am replacing the PCV valve which is clogged as well.
Starter: strong
Ignition: confirmed spark exists on all six coils
Compression: decent compression (130,130,120:150,150,160psi)
Spark plugs are covered in gasoline, perhaps a little oil on one or two bc of my leaky valve cover gaskets), but mostly gasoline.
I just bought a new set of plugs yesterday (the same that had been running for two months prior).
The ECM throws no codes which is frustrating.--
update:
Okay it appears I have multiple problems. I was having a hard time starting and read low voltage under load. Replaced the battery and now I can get the car to start, but only for 3-10 seconds before it dies. Touching the gas pedal causes an immediate stall. Unplugging the MAF does not change symptoms. I dont see any cracked vacuum tubes or hear any leaks. ECU still throws no codes.
If the IACV is not working properly will the car cease to idle? Am I barking up the wrong tree by investigating MAF/IACV/vacuum? I am replacing the PCV valve which is clogged as well.
Last edited by mattyd; 11-10-2012 at 06:11 PM.
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You could be flooded, try starting it with the gas pedal flat to the floor. This will usually disable the injectors, or at least allow enough air to get a decent AFR. Also check your fuel pressure, you may have low pressure and too lean an AFR to fire.
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Okay it appears I have multiple problems. I was having a hard time starting and read low voltage under load. Replaced the battery and now I can get the car to start, but only for 3-10 seconds before it dies. Touching the gas pedal causes an immediate stall. Unplugging the MAF does not change symptoms. I dont see any cracked vacuum tubes or hear any leaks. ECU still throws no codes.
If the IACV is not working properly will the car cease to idle? Am I barking up the wrong tree by investigating MAF/IACV/vacuum? I am replacing the PCV valve which is clogged as well.
If the IACV is not working properly will the car cease to idle? Am I barking up the wrong tree by investigating MAF/IACV/vacuum? I am replacing the PCV valve which is clogged as well.
Last edited by mattyd; 11-10-2012 at 06:10 PM.
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