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Old Jun 6, 2015 | 07:13 PM
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Lost spark

95 E350, Windsor.

Working on my van again, it hasn't run much the past yr due to needing brakes, got that done and started it up.

Ran ok for a few seconds then died out.

I thought fuel starvation but a timing light shows no spark at the coil.
I replaced this coil, or the old one, a few yrs ago but can't remember the test to troubleshoot it.
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Old Jun 8, 2015 | 06:04 AM
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First, here's a Link to all the test you'll need.

You'll see the test for the coil, But, read the "No Start" First.

Dough if it's the coil in your problem, more likely the ignition control module causing the No start, Do the test as per the Link, and see what you find.
 
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Old Jun 8, 2015 | 06:08 AM
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Originally Posted by jonesg
95 E350, Windsor.

Working on my van again, it hasn't run much the past yr due to needing brakes, got that done and started it up.

Ran ok for a few seconds then died out.

I thought fuel starvation but a timing light shows no spark at the coil.
I replaced this coil, or the old one, a few yrs ago but can't remember the test to troubleshoot it.
Thanks.
This is a good procedure, with drawings:
How to Diagnose a Loss of Spark in Your Car Engine: 9 Steps

jim
 
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