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Odd Problem 94Q
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AH HA! Yes, I think you are on to something Del. I am not discounting the ignition switch, but the dirty grounds and connectors could be a most likely culprit. A momentary disconnect from ground could/would give a hesitation but not kick out a code light. When I had the engine/trans out of the '95Q I cleaned all of the grounds with Scotchbrite pads and DeOxit D5 before putting it all back together. This car most likely hasn't had the connectors cleaned, now I have a day project in front of me. Thank you everyone.
Thank you everyone.
Ok, now I am really stumped! Lenard came up and we plugged in his computer. The car would not turn on the "check engine light". The car would not start. We jumped the red to brown wire and the car would not start! Hmmm. Checked fuses. Nothing wrong there, all of the electrical works...Wow, this is a hard one. Checked harness connectors, nothing wrong with those, all tight and clean. Even the ones behind the false firewall are good connectors. Engine is grounded good. Ok, what is next? No check engine light coming on, no start condition.
Solution: Yes, Lenard found it. It was the red striped ECU relay under the cover with the fuel pump relay. We swapped the new one out of my 95 and the car started right up. Swapped it back and it was again no start condition. Tried the bad one in my 95 and it wouldn't start. We took the cover off and either the coil has gone weak or the hair thin wire was making intermittant contact.
So, now we all know, if you don't get a check engine light and a no start condition, check the red striped relay! Carry a spare relay in the glove box or you will be stranded.
The problem had Lenard stumped for a while. Many thanks to Lenard for his help in getting my Q back on the road.
Solution: Yes, Lenard found it. It was the red striped ECU relay under the cover with the fuel pump relay. We swapped the new one out of my 95 and the car started right up. Swapped it back and it was again no start condition. Tried the bad one in my 95 and it wouldn't start. We took the cover off and either the coil has gone weak or the hair thin wire was making intermittant contact.
So, now we all know, if you don't get a check engine light and a no start condition, check the red striped relay! Carry a spare relay in the glove box or you will be stranded.
The problem had Lenard stumped for a while. Many thanks to Lenard for his help in getting my Q back on the road.
Your welcome not to mention the speeding ticket dam CHP plane! The Valentine 1 did not make a chirp. Time to send back for upgrading!
I love electrical problems when it is not my car. Nice to meet the Misses and see your collection and beautiful home. I will send a tow truck up one day for that super sedan.
I love electrical problems when it is not my car. Nice to meet the Misses and see your collection and beautiful home. I will send a tow truck up one day for that super sedan.
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