Re: [DML] Hotstart Electrical problem

["DMC Joe" <dmcjoe@xxxx>]

>From your detailed description it sound like you have an intermittent
impulse (induction) coil. Contact us directly for a replacement procedure
publication.

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----- Original Message -----
From: <gschroe@xxxx>
To: <dmcnews@xxxxxxxxxxx>
Sent: Wednesday, September 27, 2000 7:55 PM
Subject: [DML] Hotstart Electrical problem


> I have been chasing a hotstart problem in my DMC vin 716, for some
> time. Suffice it to say, the car runs for a few miles, stalls, and
> won't start until it is cold, 2-4+ hours later. Usually the stall
> occurs as I am slowing for a corner or a stop, but this has occured
> also while the car is sitting still and running.
> >
> I suspect this may actually be an Induction Coil problem (located in
> the bottom of the distributor), and I tested across the leads from
> this Induction coil (this connector penetrates the firewall on the
> lower driver side into the compartment where the driving computer is)
> while the car was failing, and I got no reading (an open) on the ohm
> meter at that time. I understand that a properly performing
> induction coil should not read open when tested. I did not have the
> opportunity to test my induction coil again after the car sat, but I
> will perform this test this evening.
>
> I have also heard that induction coil problems cause the car to start
> just as the tow truck driver arrives, which is very close to the
> situation I am faced. It is just not the easiest item to get to and
> replace, so I am asking for input or advice from anyone who has had
> or heard of a similar instance. Help! and Thanks!
>
>
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