1989 won't start
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From: Coral Springs Florida
1989 won't start
My 89 corvette was running a little hot when at a light. I hosed it down between the radiator and now it just cranks and won't start. I did have the air cleaner off at the time but there couldn't have been more then some drops of water in it. Anyone know what could be the problem.
Thanks in Advance,
Lori
Thanks in Advance,
Lori
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Joined: Mar 2001
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From: Cincinnati, Oh USA
No one here is clairvoyant, so someone, like YOU, needs to do some diagnostic testing to determine why your 89 won't start. I am assuming that the engine cranks but won't start and run. First, see if there are any stored error codes. Next, use your timing light while someone cranks to determine if you have spark and spark at the right time. Measure the fuel pressure on the shrader valve on the end of the fuel rail, it should be close to 40 psi. Unplug an injector and put a noid light (available at parts stores) or a low power 12v lamp like a side marker lamp across the injector socket while someone cranks to see if the injector pulses, it should. Remove the flexible coupler from the air filter to the MAF and see if it will start. Engines need fuel, air, spark to start and run.
