1989 Mitsubishi Galant LS wont start

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Thegeekanator@gmail.com - 06 Nov 2006 18:37 GMT

Hey guys i just recenetly bought a 1989 Mitsubishi Galant LS... when i
go to start it.. i dont get no power to the distrabutor or the plugs...
i first thought the ignition coil... had that checked its fine.. bought
new plugs and had dist checked there fine... i bought a new Engine
Computer and still nothing... i dont know if the sensors has anything
to do with it.. if some one could help me that would be great

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Buffalo - 07 Nov 2006 02:57 GMT

Try looking at the wires and connectors that go to the condenser mounted on the
coil bracket and also to the resistor mounted on the coil bracket. At least that
was the problem on my 1990 V6 Montero.

> Hey guys i just recenetly bought a 1989 Mitsubishi Galant LS... when i
> go to start it.. i dont get no power to the distrabutor or the plugs...
> i first thought the ignition coil... had that checked its fine.. bought
> new plugs and had dist checked there fine... i bought a new Engine
> Computer and still nothing... i dont know if the sensors has anything
> to do with it.. if some one could help me that would be great

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Thegeekanator@gmail.com - 07 Nov 2006 05:17 GMT

thanks ill Try that

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Malianx - 10 Nov 2006 09:37 GMT

Well i Just Checked what was suggested and still wont start.. im not
geting it lol

> thanks ill Try that

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Stewart DIBBS - 12 Nov 2006 22:08 GMT

> Well i Just Checked what was suggested and still wont start.

Use a logical approach rather than a shotgun (replacing parts).

1. When you turn the IGN on, does the Check engine light turn on for about 5
seconds?

2. Is the ECU reporting any error codes?

3. Is the ECU getting +12v power through the MPI relay? This is the large
can near the ECU. The MPI relay also provides power to the fuel pump.

4. The MAF sensor (in the air filter) has a 4 (or 5?) pin connector. One pin
provides +5V (yes, +5) from the ECU. This +5v also drives other sensors in
the engine compartment.

5. Assuming the above are OK. When you crank the engine, do you have spark
as indicated by a timing light?

6. Do you have fuel pressure? If the pump is working while you try to start,
there will be residual pressure in the injector rail. Undo the two M6 bolts
that secure the fuel input hose to the rail and GENTLY release the pipe.
DON'T just pull it off or you'll get fuel everywhere.

7. Is the cam timing correct? Set the engine to TDC and remove the timing
belt cover to see if the cam sprocket marks line up.

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