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Old 05-26-2008, 10:53 PM
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1993 300se won't start

I have a 93 300se. The engine turns over but won't start. It has become gradually longer to start, now it doesn't at all. Ive changed fuel filter, fuel pressure regulator, distributor cap and rotor. I didn't see a spark when I did an inline spark tester. I smell no gas. It doesn't even sputter when I spray starter fluid in it. New wire harness 1 year old. Any ideas ?
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it be the CPS? crank positioning sensor? get it checked.
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How are the spark plugs? Whats the condition of the battery?
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The battery is bad. I have to jump it to get it to get the engine to crank but it doesn't hold a charge for long. I also used a good battery testing it and the same result.
Not sure on the condition of the plugs. The car ran very smooth when it did start so I didn't think that was the issue. My concern is that i don't even smell gas. Would the crank position sensor be responsible for both no spark and no gas ?
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You should heat the fuel pump(s) running when they key is turned on, they are controlled by a relay, but will only run to pressurize the system if it does not start.
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You should heat the fuel pump(s) running when they key is turned on, they are controlled by a relay, but will only run to pressurize the system if it does not start. I would also think CPS, with ether or gas and spark it should o something
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93 300se won't start

Agreed. That makes sense. I'll give it a whirl and let you all know what happens. Thanks again.
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One more thing... Is it the CRANKshaft sensor or CAMshaft sensor that could be the problem? Any idea what the difference is, besides the price ?
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GUESS WHAT...SHE STARTED !!!!

Well after 6 months of guesswork and buying parts I don't need my problem is SOLVED. All i needed was a new IGNITION COIL !
Went to see Sam at Advanced Auto Sports in Farmington Hills, MI. He was highly recommended by others and figured this thing out in no time. It's good to find a fair mechanic thats really looks out. Can't say enough about how much I appreciated that and getting back on the road. Time to get her all cleaned up. I'm back in the game. YEAH !!!!

Thanks for all your advise too. I helped to understand the cause and effect of it all. Much appreciated. GO TEAM !!!
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94 mercedes s320
94 s320 rpm goes up and down when hot

hi guys
i have a 94 s320, when i start in the morning it starts fine but when i drive around and stop on the light or just put it in the parking, engine's rpm start going up and down and sometimes it shuts down. but if i keep my foot on the accelerator just little bit then rpm stays normal.
can anyone help please?
thanks
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oops

sorry put the post at the wrong place

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