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General => The garage => Topic started by: jhirst on 04 June 2003, 00:30

Title: mkII not starting
Post by: jhirst on 04 June 2003, 00:30

:'(
I have had a 16valve mkII engine put in to replace an 8valve.  It has so far taken 20 months and I am now on my third mechanic.  The (new) spark plugs are producing reasonable spark and there is fuel coming through the injectors but the car will not start.  When turning it over it pops as if trying to start but no joy.  Help.  I fear for my sanity!

Title: Re: mkII not starting
Post by: mk1 on 04 June 2003, 01:34

Check that the cam and ign. timing are ok. Then check the fireing order at the distributor. Should go, hope this helps,  ;) Steve.

Title: Re: mkII not starting
Post by: ajh on 04 June 2003, 13:34

Check the little electical unit (can't remember what its called) under the plastic at the top left hand side of the engine bay.