Re: Engine stops at random times...

[Larry the Crime Donkey <dan@angband.org>]

On Wed, Nov 07, 2001 at 09:25:24PM -0000, Chris Aucken wrote:

> It always starts first time, but then the engine stops at random times,
> usually after running for between 5-10 minutes.  It can happen when idling,
> or when cruising at 70 or more.  If I try and start it again immediately it
> just _will_ not start, but if I leave the ignition off for 30 seconds or so
> it will almost always start again.

> Any ideas where to look gratefully received...


Sources point to: Bad hall-effect sensor in the distributor.  My ol' 16v
had the exact same symptoms before the sensor failed permanently.

Dan

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