magwa

1993 100 CS that just wont fire up. it turns over fine, have fuel all the way but it just wont seem to fire. where should i be looking for the problem?

thank you

A6Gary

Have you checked the ignition system to ensure there is power to the plugs?

magwa

any quick tips on how to go about that?

A6Gary

Several ways to check. One method: remove a spark plug wire and insert a screwdriver into the end fitting. Then, while holding the insulated handle, position the screwdriver shank close to a metal point on the block while another person cranks the engine. If you see an arc from the screwdriver shank to the block, then you have power to the plugs. If you see nothing, then the ignition system has a fault. To make en engine run, you need three things: fuel, spark, and air. If all three requirements are present, engine should start. If any one item is missing, engine won't start.

audiqv8

You also need compression.

CarIsScrewed

check for codes, could be your cam position sensor.

magwa

been out of town and just got back to trying to get this thing started. i have no spark. again engine turns over fine just wont start. have fuel pressue but no spark. where do i go from here? has someone done a write up or list to go down?

thanks for your help

magwa

ok here is an update. the car will turn over but will not start. there is spark. there is fuel. i have tried to pull the codes using the manual method when car wont start and i cant get any codes. i get nothing at all on the diag screen. the screen is working properly.

someone above mentioned cam sensor. how do i check for that? any other problems that could be the issue?

thank you