Re: [DML] Hard Starting.

["DMC Joe" <dmcjoe@xxxx>]

Coil and ignition computer failures are extremely rare in DeLorean's. If the
fuel accumulator is original or more than 6 years old I would suggest you
replace that item first.

DMC Joe / De Lorean Services / <dmcjoe@xxxx>
Web Site: <www.deloreanservices.com>


----- Original Message -----
From: Lynn Metz <metzlynn@xxxx>
To: <dmcnews@xxxxxxxxxxx>
Sent: Friday, April 07, 2000 12:14 PM
Subject: Re: [DML] Hard Starting.


> Sounds like it could be a bad coil or control module. Frequently these
act
> up when they get hot. Your engine does not get hot enough while running
to
> cause the problem (coolant is circulating). However, as soon as you shut
> the engine off, coolant stops circulating. This period of time is when
the
> engine gets the hottest (even though it is not running). After several
> hours, it cools down to acceptable levels and will allow the car to
> re-start. I know this sounds kinda odd, but I have seen this more than
> once.(not on DeLoreans though)
> Hope this helps.
> Brian
> 16584
>
> > My car recently has been hard to start.