1988 won't start
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1988 won't start
We have a 1988 that we lost the keys for so I sent out the memcal and had the VATS disabled. The car hasn't been started in 3 years but was running before keys were lost. So i reinstalled the computer and installed a new ignition cylinder. So yesterday we primed the engine put in some new fuel, installed a new battery turned the key everything powers up but engine won't even turn over. Also we didn't hear the fuel pump energize. My first question is where do I start. Assuming that my computer was properly done and VATS is disabled. Second is there a way to verify that the VATS is disabled? Please help
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Last edited by millerman; Apr 2, 2012 at 09:25 AM.
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From: Summerland B.C. Canada
Fuel pump is not affected by Vats. Check to see if power is at solenoid S terminal, while someone attempts cranking.
Test pump
You can apply 12v to terminal "G" on ALDL connector. Pump should run for as long as G is powered.
Test pump
You can apply 12v to terminal "G" on ALDL connector. Pump should run for as long as G is powered.
