0. could also be mechanical failure.
2. If you suspect a fuel problem, then you should be able to get the car
to start using engine start spray.
Getting a spark doesn't mean the timing is correct.
Always check for continuity of circuits and that junctions are good.
Many electrical faults turn out to be faulty connections or wires rather
than faulty components.
Don't forget to check your oil level in case the low pressure sensor is
hooked up to switch off the car.....
Happy hunting.
Kevin
sjjma wrote:
>My 405 Mi16 died on the highway 2 days ago.
>
>After some thought, here's a diagnosis procedure for figuring
>out why it won't run when it has been running. What do you guys
>think ?
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>0. An engine needs sparks at the spark plugs at the right time and
> fuel into the cylinders to run. So if an engine suddenly stops
> running, it must be 1 of the 2 areas. No spark or no fuel.
>
>1. Does the engine crank ?
> If not or it cranks slow, something is wrong with the
> starting system.
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> If it cranks too fast, maybe the timing belt is broken.
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>2. Put an inductive timing light on the lead from the coil to
> the dist cap.
>
> If it lights while cranking, then there are voltage pulses
> going to the distributor, so the electrical system is
> probably good.
>
> Then the problem is probably with the fuel injection system.
> Tow the car to the mechanic. Too hard to solve.
>
> If it doesn't light, then the problem is an electrical one.
> Start from the coil and go backwards to the ignition switch.
>
>Jim
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