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85 240GL engine does not start... 200 1985

posted by  mrr15 on  Tue Sep 20 08:42 CST 2005
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Hello,

I have a 85 240GL wagon. The engine does not start but the starter motor operates. There is no spark at the center terminal of the distributor cap.

(1) After having changed:

- battery & cables
- ignition wire set
- ignition distributor
- cap distributor
- coil ignition
- coil cable.

the picture was still the same...


(2) I asked a Volvo/Mercedes/BMW mechanic to perform a test and he
told me I need a new 'engine wire harness'. I bought a used wire harness at http://www.bartonharness.com for $190.00 and installed it. Still the same picture! No spark at the center terminal of the
distributor cap.

Any suggestions would be greatly appreciated!

Michael





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