Cars & Trucks Logo

Related Topics:

Posted on Sep 10, 2009
Answered by a Fixya Expert

Trustworthy Expert Solutions

At Fixya.com, our trusted experts are meticulously vetted and possess extensive experience in their respective fields. Backed by a community of knowledgeable professionals, our platform ensures that the solutions provided are thoroughly researched and validated.

View Our Top Experts

No spark after cam sensor replaced - Frustrated!

OK so we've had a bit of a nightmare recently with our 20v turbo coupe. It was close to 70k miles so being cautious, we decided to get the timing belt done (so as to avoid further damage to the engine if the belt broke while driving).
As you know, major job, so we also replaced the clutch at same time and after big payout for the labour, thought it was better than ever.
It drove for 2 days before letting us down. went to start it and it just wouldn't start.
It was hooked up to the computer and only problem that came up was the cam sensor.
Another engine out job, but had to be done.
Brand new sensor was fitted (had to be sent from Italy thru UK, to Ireland). The mechanic said they test drove it twice afterwards and it was fine. We went to pick it up and it wouldn't spark again. Exact same problems as before sensor was fitted.
Anyone had this happen to them before? Any ideas what the problem could be?
We're so frustrated, as the car was better before we spent all the money on it - should've left it alone!!!
(Spent about 3k on it now and hoping we won't have to spend much more)
Any advice much appreciated.

1 Answer

Marko

Level 2:

An expert who has achieved level 2 by getting 100 points

MVP:

An expert that got 5 achievements.

Governor:

An expert whose answer got voted for 20 times.

Hot-Shot:

An expert who has answered 20 questions.

  • Expert 127 Answers
  • Posted on Sep 23, 2009
Marko
Expert
Level 2:

An expert who has achieved level 2 by getting 100 points

MVP:

An expert that got 5 achievements.

Governor:

An expert whose answer got voted for 20 times.

Hot-Shot:

An expert who has answered 20 questions.

Joined: Aug 13, 2009
Answers
127
Questions
1
Helped
87392
Points
369

Hallo
check sensor: disconect conector. you have 3 wires. first(green) and last(black) are suppy should be around 5V. if not check wiring.
If ok: conect conector and access conector terminals (or wires) and conect LED test lamp between terminal 3 (black) and 2 (also black).briefly krank engine. Check that LED flashes.
hope it helps
Marko

Add Your Answer

×

Uploading: 0%

my-video-file.mp4

Complete. Click "Add" to insert your video. Add

×

Loading...
Loading...

Related Questions:

0helpful
1answer

Hi ,bought a fuel injector from eBay and I'm not sure it's the right one for my fiat coupe 20 v turbo ,are the injectors for a fiat coupe 20v non turbo the same ?

Turbo and non turbo are not the same...check the serial numbers against one another, if you install one wrong injector you will damage your engine completely!
ask the agents nicely if they can compare before replacement! Good luck cheers Dave
1helpful
1answer

So... I'm starting to get just a bit frustrated... after installing the new PCM, my dodge avenger, 96 2.0L ran for 5 days then went out again, fuel pump works and I've got spark but no start..

after all that work its terrible that something else goes bad however since you do get spark and fuel i would say crank or cam sensor but then if one of those goes bad it wont allow engine to turn over and would shut fuel pump off. so there is only one thing left to cause it you have a short in the harness somewhere maybe just a lose connection on the cam or crank sensor put dieelectric grease in all your connectors
1helpful
1answer

2003 Pontiac Vibe - 4 Cyl. 150k miles. Ignition coils keep going bad - every 4-6k miles. Coil 1 has been replaced 4 times, Coil 3 once. Coil 4 twice in the past year (20k miles). All spark plugs

Install new spark plugs, 4 new coils & replace the oxygen sensors

O2 Sensors are only good for 100,000 miles, then slow
down or quite

No idea why the coils do not last 5 or 6 years

Cylinder #1 is always at the front on a 4 cyl

Go to Rock Auto --Buy Wells Coils,NGK Double
Platinum Plugs & NTK O2 Sensor

Those parts are expensive because you have a Totota
Motor I guess

Clean MAF Sensor with CRC MAF Sensor Cleaner
0helpful
1answer

3rd turbocharger

on most occasions its the cooling system for them thats at fault, try upgrading the oil coolant rad for the turbo, it might be a bit expencive to start but will probly save you keeping on buying housing for your turbo, or check make sure you do not have a blockage in the oil cooling system, hope this helps
0helpful
2answers

I used cam locks and belieseems that my crank sensor is not working now so I would like to know how to double check my timing marks before I close it up again. Can you help?ve I followed all the...

You should be able to remove the upper front forward cam-dust covers. With these out you should be able to align the cams to their timing marks. As for the crank you'll have to rely on the timing mark on the forward crank pulley/harmonic balancer.
I hope this may have assited you. If you in need of further info or images please send a note back.
Best regards,
Tom
0helpful
1answer

2000 ford tauras,auto,84k miles, small v6, missing between 45 & 55 mph. Under & over no missing noticed. spark plugs changed @ 70k. Original wire and sensors; as shop said very good. Suggestions...

Sounds like it could be a cam position sensor.



2000 Ford Taurus V6-3.0L DOHC VIN S
Camshaft Position Sensor: Service and Repair
REMOVAL
1. Disconnect the battery ground cable. For additional information, refer to Battery.
2. Remove the Camshaft Position (CMP) sensor.
1 Remove the electrical connector.
2 Remove the bolt and the CMP sensor.
INSTALLATION
1. To install, reverse it removal procedure
1. To install, reverse the removal procedure.
0helpful
2answers

My 98 civic ex sometimes hesitates just a bit bewtween 2-3k rmp but only 70k miles on it. Checked 1 spark plug looked ok.

Make sure all spark plugs are sparking.You cant tell if you have a faulty one by looking.
0helpful
1answer

No spark, Coil test ok and so does cam sensor

i think those had ignition control module problems.........
Not finding what you are looking for?

247 views

Ask a Question

Usually answered in minutes!

Top Fiat Experts

ZJ Limited
ZJ Limited

Level 3 Expert

17989 Answers

Any Car Diagnostic...

Level 2 Expert

274 Answers

Sean Wright
Sean Wright

Level 3 Expert

2045 Answers

Are you a Fiat Expert? Answer questions, earn points and help others

Answer questions

Manuals & User Guides

Loading...