1988 Toyota Camry Won't start! NEED HELP

1988 TOYOTA CAMRY

215,000 MILES • 4 CYL • 2WD • MANUAL

SEVEROLOPEZJR

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Problem: Engine will turn over but won't start.

Noticed: Check engine light won't turn on anymore at all. Also the spark plugs aren't getting any power.

What I replaced: distributor/cap/wireset/rotor/alternator/all efi and ignition fuses - brand new w/warranty

I also tried checking the ignitor and computer with various parts from a junk yard ( i know it's not a reliable source but the pickens were good ).

My assumption:
My guess is that i have a bad computer that's not grounding properly or the ignitor is bad.

Request:
I know there is someone out there that has come across this kind of problem and it might be something very simple that I have never seen.

Padewan seeking help!!!
Thank you

Feb 25, 2010 at 12:08 PM

SEVEROLOPEZJR

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For those of you that ever come accross this situation: Check your Mass Air flow sensor. If the check engine light comes back on when you disconnect it, the car should start. YOU CAN'T DRIVE IT THOUGH. That should be it. If you you still have a problem after checking that, be sure you don't have a ground loop. I hope my-self-research is helpfull to anyone out there. Sorry to the website for not donating but it is my first time using the site and I was hoping for some sort of response. I will keep this site on my favorites though =) More important if anyone solves there own issue, please post how you fixed it. It will keep a good traffic flow for the site I'm sure and maybe get some donations out of it. Good luck to everyone, and may the Force be with you... Severo Lopez Jr

Feb 22, 2021 at 11:03 AM

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