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Starts, but then dies
My Pearlie doesn't like the cold. And it's cold about 7-8 months out if the year where I live. Anywho, It starts right up but then dies while the "power" light is on and its sputtering. Now after the second start its always fine. I just hate having to crank her over twice when its cold! I have a new fuel and air filter and just put some injector cleaner in but it still acts the same way.
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this sounds like something with your spark plugs or coils. did you check these?
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Nope, I did not check those cause how in the hell do you even get to them? Would you just suggest getting the plugs changed?
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Also I can't imagine changing the plugs to be a bad thing as it probably could use it. I know I need to do mine but I am dreading it ;_;
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1994 SVX L - FWD Barcelona Red 190K miles ~ SOLD 1994 SVX LS - 5spd AWD Emerald Green 202k miles PWR Radiator, HID 5000k, New paint job with issues, 17" STI BBS wheels, converted to 5spd AWD from FWD. Purchased from SVXyGirl 2/20/09 -- Undergoing complete rebuild 1993 Justy 4wd 5door- Teal of sorts , beater. 2008 OBXT Newport Pearl 65k miles |
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Strange that the problem goes away after a restart. How long has it been doing this? But I would agree that you should check the coils. What's the mileage?
Plugs and coils are NOT hard to remove on the SVX. You just need the right tools... I have two words for you that will save you hours & hours. You'll never have to remove the wheel, for the plugs, again... GEAR RATCHET here's what it looks like..http://www.amazon.com/Ratchet-Set-Ge.../dp/B000FKLXSS The sockets slide into the ratchet handle making it the most low profile ratchet I've ever used. YOu can remove all coils in under 5 minutes. For the plugs you just need the right combination of ratchet extensions, 1", 2", 3" etc. And a spark plug socket with rubber inside the socket to hold onto the plug once it's loose (or cut some 3/8" heater hose on stick it in your socket). |
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and to piggy-back svxcuseme, here is what I like:
http://www.amazon.com/KD-Tools-Metri...9931497&sr=1-4
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Thanks, and do you know how much the coils cost? |
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The coils are around $60-$80 new. They are sold here used in the for sale forum. You could also probably find someone here that would loan you one. Personally I'd buy just one good used one (the one with the longest cord) and try switches them out, one at a time.
I'd also check and/or replace the plugs as suggested below. It's a cheap way to start your troubleshooting. Good luck!...And get some good tools! |
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