hi, i've got a 94 850 (non-turbo) which will turn over and get gas (not fuel pump), but refuses to catch. any ideas? thanks! jun
'94 850 glc will not catch
Jul 27, 2006
8 Replies
I going to the basics here, it takes three things to get combustion. Well. four actually.
1- Fuel 2- Fire 3- Air 4- TimingAre you sure you're getting fuel, i.e. maybe your fuel pump relay is bad? Is your distributor and coil making spark? Are your plugs fouled? Are the wires in good shape?
I wouldn't think timing is an issue unless you've recently done engine work.
golgo13 wrote:
Although the early 850s did have a reputation for valves sticking (showed up as cranking, no fire) if not revved occasionally, IIRC.
Mike
One reason is a broken timing belt. When that happens the engine sounds very unusual when it turn over since there is no valve noise.
Just a guess, camshaft position sensor.
Niels
Maybe you need a new key. My car did the same thing, turns over but won't start - turns out I needed a new key - the chip wasn't working and the immobiliser wasn't allowing it to start.
Not sure a 94 GLT has immobiliser, but anyway I believe the immobiliser would stop the fuel pump also.
Niels
Jesus
Sorry I bothered then mate.
I never saw a 94 with a chip in the key. My 93 and 95 don't have this.
Join the Discussion
Have something to add? Share your thoughts — no account required.
Didn't find your answer?
Ask the community — no account required