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Old Nov 3, 2014 | 12:21 PM
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88 E150 4.9 no spark

New plugs, wires, distributor, coil, ignition module and computer. Still no spark. Can't find a wiring diagram. Any help is appreciated.
 
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Old Nov 3, 2014 | 06:19 PM
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Is this van Manual or Automatic transmission??
 
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Is this van Manual or Automatic transmission??
Manual. Kind of rare, in my experience. At this point we're thinking fusable link.
 
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Old Nov 4, 2014 | 05:29 AM
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Should be a ton of free schematics on AutoZone.com. Registration is required but its not too intrusive at all--well worth it for older info.
 
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Originally Posted by 02xlt3.0
Manual. Kind of rare, in my experience. At this point we're thinking fusable link.
Yes, manuals are somewhat rare in vans.

There's a safety switch on the clutch pedal, if the clutch is not 'disengaged' (down) it shorts out the spark, for a no start. The switch could also be bad, and possibility jumping/bypassing it would not kill the spark

And, one more thing, Check the grounds, Battery-body-engine grounds. Check the connectors, and even the cable inside the loom.
 
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