Have 1988 Bonneville with 3800 V6 engine code C. Magnavox ignition system. Approx. 160,000 on original motor. Wife driving vehicle said it was missing really bad, sputtering, etc. Parked it, turned off the ignition and restarted the car OK. Still missing but running. Turned car off and went to her appt. Would turn over but not start this time. She said it smelled like something getting hot. Towed it home. Anyone know how to test Magnavox system? Also I disconnected the battery and was charging it up so the code reader only shows code 12. What do I check first? Spark plug firing, fuel pump pressure, coolant,crankshaft or camshaft sensors? Thanks, Gary Vancouver,Wa.
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20 years ago