Van won't start
Thread Starter
|
Freshman User
Joined: Aug 2004
Posts: 27
Likes: 0
Van won't start
I have a 1989 E-150 van. I bought a noid light, hooked it up to my fuel injector pigtail, and my fuel injectors aren't getting any signal. What would cause this, or what could I check?
Lead Driver
Joined: Feb 2003
Posts: 8,140
Likes: 4
From: Oak Harbor, OH
I would start at the ignition module, take it and have it tested (autozone can test them), if the computer doesn't recieve signals indicating the plugs are firing it won't pulse the injectors.
Lead Driver
Joined: Feb 2003
Posts: 8,140
Likes: 4
From: Oak Harbor, OH
There is a magnetic pickup sensor in the distributor, sound like it has gone bad, it passes signals to the computer to fire the spark plugs, and in turn fire the injectors. If that doesn't fix it then I'd start lookin at the wiring connectors, there is one on the passenger side I think that controls the injectors, we had it unplugged in my dad's van and it would not start. We plugged it in and she went vroom......
Senior User
Joined: Jul 2004
Posts: 141
Likes: 1
From: Il.
do basics first,spark,fuel pressure,pull codes(will give you a idea which way to go)will help replacing a lots of expensive parts needlessy.no injector drive signal could be ignition module or stator but guessing is never a good idea
Thread Starter
|
Freshman User
Joined: Aug 2004
Posts: 27
Likes: 0
I am getting no codes at all (000). The eec was replaced (no change). The module was checked (checked out good). The motor will fire up and run with starting fluild shot into the throttle body. If it was the stator-pickup wouldnt the there be no spark?
Senior User
Joined: Jul 2004
Posts: 141
Likes: 1
From: Il.
you should at least get pass a pass code(11) if you mean there is no codes outputed at all, you ara not testing right or mabye no power to pcm.or no pcm ground(mabye check pcm ground at bat.neg.)a 10gage? wire connects to negative bat cable close to post, and also grounds to body close by. can give more wiring help if necessary
Trending Topics
Thread Starter
|
Freshman User
Joined: Aug 2004
Posts: 27
Likes: 0
FTE Stories
Ford Trucks for Ford Truck Enthusiasts
Top 6 Best Deals Available on New Fords & Lincolns Right Now
Brett Foote
This Hennessey Takes the Expedition Tremor's Off-Roading Capability to the Next Level
Verdad Gallardo
Top 10 Fords at 2026 Carlisle Ford Nationals
Joe Kucinski
3 Best / 3 Worst Parts of Modern Ford Ownership
Brett Foote
10 Amazing Upgrades That Solve Common Ford Truck Owner Headaches
Pouria Savadkouei
Every 2026 Ford Engine Explained
Brett Foote
10 Ugly Ford Trucks That We Still Kinda Love
Joe Kucinski
10 Things Every Truck Owner NEEDS (2026 Edition)
Michael S. Palmer