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Old Jul 12, 2005 | 03:59 AM
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89 RS starting problems

so far ive replaced everything i can think of that is needed to start this POS, and it still selectively starts for me, totally unreliable

alternator
battery
ignition switch
ignition module
VATS w/ new key
starter
starter soleinoid

its defintily not the neutral safety switch

its a 305 TBI with auto


HELP i want to sell this thing but it needs to start for me
Old Jul 12, 2005 | 07:29 AM
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Re: 89 RS starting problems

have u tryed startin it from the starter?.. i know my car sumtimes doesnt wanna start with the key. little jump from the start and she fires right up.. sum damn wireing problem
Old Jul 12, 2005 | 02:39 PM
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Re: 89 RS starting problems

my mom had the same problem and what it was was a wire for the security(the little chip on the key) in the ignition was disconnected.

what does it do exactly tho? does it just turn over? do nothing?

did u do a tune up? maybe u did put the right SP cable to the right SP

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Old Jul 12, 2005 | 07:46 PM
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Re: 89 RS starting problems

Originally Posted by 86305Z28
my mom had the same problem and what it was was a wire for the security(the little chip on the key) in the ignition was disconnected.

thats the same problem i had when i put the aftermarket wheel on.. but it wasnt disconnect.. thats why i said try starting it by the starter.. if it starts then u know its a wireing problem
Old Jul 12, 2005 | 08:20 PM
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Re: 89 RS starting problems

you don't say, does iit crank, just not start? or nothing?
Old Jul 13, 2005 | 12:11 PM
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Re: 89 RS starting problems

does abosolutely nothing whatsoever. i already had the the ignition cylinder replaced so i know the wiring is good
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