1992 Lexus ES 300 Repair Question
Topics covered: Spark, Distributor, Timing belt.
Mileage: 180,000 miles.
Mileage: 180,000 miles.
Asked on June 23, 2011
Dead engine
My 1992 Lexus ES300 stopped running. I pulled over and turned the key. it would start and immediately stop. i'd rev it to see if it would keep running, only to disappointment.
Since then, I replaced the battery, had the alternator tested, tested the ignition coil, changed the pcv, distributor, and tested for spark. No spark and I can't smell fuel with the plug out. The car will turn, but the top half won't go. I've put too much money into it already and need some advice.
Since then, I replaced the battery, had the alternator tested, tested the ignition coil, changed the pcv, distributor, and tested for spark. No spark and I can't smell fuel with the plug out. The car will turn, but the top half won't go. I've put too much money into it already and need some advice.
Asked by anthony.d.jaquesAnswer
Replied on June 23, 2011
The car will turn, but the top half won't go. Check the timing belt
Replied on June 24, 2011
the distributor turns which means the timing belt does too.
Replied on June 24, 2011
I was told the electrical system has a ground in it. With a test light connected from the positive cable to the terminal, the light turns on when the radio fuse is pulled or the door is opened.
Replied on June 24, 2011
You got a No Spark issue here-check and test the igntion system