Don't Think Im Geting Any Spark
09-07-2005, 02:53 PM
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hey guys my cars not starting any more so i thought it was the spark plugs so i went out and got some NGKs i got all trailing ones i put them in and try to start it but it didnt turn over so i took them out and when i did i saw that there was like no sign of spark or anything and i try to smile them and i realy didnt smile that much gas on them if any just wanted to see if any of u guys can help me out thanks
09-07-2005, 04:09 PM
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The engine turned over, but didn't start is what I am getting. When you are checking for spark it helps if you can ground it out on something, the spark plug uses the engine block as the ground when it's in the hole, if you are just dangling it, then you won't see a spark.
That said, if you aren't getting spark, time to check ignition components, i would recommend a manual of some sort to walk you through the basic steps for checking the ignition system.
That said, if you aren't getting spark, time to check ignition components, i would recommend a manual of some sort to walk you through the basic steps for checking the ignition system.
09-07-2005, 04:16 PM
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yeah the fsm says to check spark take a new spark plug and put it in the wire. then hold the wire with some pliers or something with an insulated handle about 3 or 4 inches away from the block. you should see a blue spark.
how long has it not been starting and what did you do right before it stopped working. maybe its just flooded, that seems to usually be the case
how long has it not been starting and what did you do right before it stopped working. maybe its just flooded, that seems to usually be the case
09-07-2005, 04:34 PM
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yea when i try turning on the car it trys to but doesnt start and its been like 3 weeks since i turned it on but i had to turn it off realy qiuck cuz one of my hoses poped off then it never started again so i thought it was flooded but i allready tryed to unflood it and it hasnt turn on so i dont know what to do now
09-08-2005, 05:38 PM
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So you put 4 trailing plugs in and tried to start it? If so I would get 2 leadings, that can only help.
Here is a page for some fsm's if you daont have one
http://www.teamfc3s.org/main/factory_service_manual/
From your last post it sounds like you only checked the fuses behind the foot rest, also check the ones in the engine bay.
If that doesnt help I would check everything from the plugs back
Here is a page for some fsm's if you daont have one
http://www.teamfc3s.org/main/factory_service_manual/
From your last post it sounds like you only checked the fuses behind the foot rest, also check the ones in the engine bay.
If that doesnt help I would check everything from the plugs back