Good morning to all!
I do have a starting problem with my micra, and need some advice, if someone had similar situation.
Last year (basically this time last year) I had problem with my micra, that distributor had died, which was solved with another (used) one.
That problem was reasonably easy to solve due to fact that there was no spark (at all), so no big deal there.
Now, it could be same/similar, but...
2 months ago Micra started to show some signs of engine starting problem, sometimes it wouldn't start at first crank, but second, but it was - sometimes.
Until couple days ago when it will not start at all, or after 5-6 cranking attempts.
I have checked fuel system (it was ok), removed distributor and cleaned it (the distributor cap was dirty (spark residue) as well rotor, all cleaned and sanded (more like polished) with fine sand paper.
I have cleaned the rest of distributor also (contacts, timing disc..), and spark plugs (they did look very fine).
Resistance of HT coil looks OK (it think in range of 1 Ohm for primary and 12 kOhms for secondary).
On one occasion I have managed on "no start attempt" to remove spark plug and put it to engine block to check is there spark, and no, there was no spark.
After 3-4 times key ON/OFF engine started as normal. When engine starts, it runs normal, no engine shutoff's. It's like I have to "energize" ignition to make it start.
My problem is - could be distributor again? I do not have nobody close to me to borrow one to test, and to spend 50-80 GBP for test doesn't sound reasonable (although an option).
The "no spark issue" appears regardless is engine cold or hot, and is it hot outside (over 35 C) or "colder" as this morning "19 C".
A have replaced (well - switched) old capacitor from old distributor - same thing.
Car battery is good, no cranking issues there.
On-board diagnostic is code 55.
Do these (pre-coil pack) Micra's have engine rpm/crank position sensor (outside distributor)? If yes, where is it, maybe it is dirty?
Would it be wise to mount fuel pressure gauge between fuel filter and injector rail in engine bay? And what pressure should I expect?
Thank you!
Tommy
I do have a starting problem with my micra, and need some advice, if someone had similar situation.
Last year (basically this time last year) I had problem with my micra, that distributor had died, which was solved with another (used) one.
That problem was reasonably easy to solve due to fact that there was no spark (at all), so no big deal there.
Now, it could be same/similar, but...
2 months ago Micra started to show some signs of engine starting problem, sometimes it wouldn't start at first crank, but second, but it was - sometimes.
Until couple days ago when it will not start at all, or after 5-6 cranking attempts.
I have checked fuel system (it was ok), removed distributor and cleaned it (the distributor cap was dirty (spark residue) as well rotor, all cleaned and sanded (more like polished) with fine sand paper.
I have cleaned the rest of distributor also (contacts, timing disc..), and spark plugs (they did look very fine).
Resistance of HT coil looks OK (it think in range of 1 Ohm for primary and 12 kOhms for secondary).
On one occasion I have managed on "no start attempt" to remove spark plug and put it to engine block to check is there spark, and no, there was no spark.
After 3-4 times key ON/OFF engine started as normal. When engine starts, it runs normal, no engine shutoff's. It's like I have to "energize" ignition to make it start.
My problem is - could be distributor again? I do not have nobody close to me to borrow one to test, and to spend 50-80 GBP for test doesn't sound reasonable (although an option).
The "no spark issue" appears regardless is engine cold or hot, and is it hot outside (over 35 C) or "colder" as this morning "19 C".
A have replaced (well - switched) old capacitor from old distributor - same thing.
Car battery is good, no cranking issues there.
On-board diagnostic is code 55.
Do these (pre-coil pack) Micra's have engine rpm/crank position sensor (outside distributor)? If yes, where is it, maybe it is dirty?
Would it be wise to mount fuel pressure gauge between fuel filter and injector rail in engine bay? And what pressure should I expect?
Thank you!
Tommy
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