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Desperate in NY no start! 700 1988

While visiting NY state over the holidays my car just will not start. The starter turns over fine, it just acts like it doesn't want to kick over. This happened a year ago every once in a while and it turned out to be the white sensor under the dash. I believe it was the fuel injector sensor. I haven't had this problem since. I am supposed to leave tomorrow for Virginia, which is a Sunday. The nearest dealership is 45 miles away. Any help would be appreciated. Any diagnosis hints would be great.

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Desperate in NY no start! 700 1988

This happened to me too...

1)try boosting it, try to run both cars to transfer battery power faster
2)There is a sensor on the airbox (bottom left side of engine). Give it a few "love taps" and make sure the connector is in properly (o2 sensor that will make your car not start/run like a dog if it is screwy)
3)Turn off all accessories
4)Check all fuses...

Then try to start the engine. Boosting it usually helps the most, as it sounds like the electricity is not getting anywhere...but CHECK the O2 sensor!!!! That thing makes or breaks these engines!

Good luck!








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Desperate in NY no start! 700 1988

Michael,
It seems to have plenty of battery power to the starter. Boosting it is jumping it with another car, I think. Am I right? I gave the sensor on the air box a few taps and checked the connection. Is there a way to check the O2 sensor??
Thanks







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