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d510addict · 11-28-2009, 05:34 PM

I don't know if this is the best forum to ask but I haven't found too many Subaru tech forums so here it goes:

I have a 1987 Subaru gl-10 turbo wagon. A few days ago it would not start, it has had a problem that has been causing the check engine light on but we couldn't figure out what it was as the code given via the ECU wasn't too specific or helpful. It wasn't running much differently either. So when it refused to start we checked spark there doesn't seem to be spark, after that we pulled the distributor cap and checked that.......the center contact was only arcing after the key turned off so that doesn't seem right. It has gas the fuel pump is working, its in time and the belts are good. Tried to put a working dist. cap and that did nothing. I'm pretty much stumped and have no idea of what it could be. Anyone know what else I could check to help diagnose/have suggestions to what it could be?

trista · 11-28-2009, 05:53 PM

having the exact same problem with my ef.. If i found anything out i'll be sure to let you know.

Nors · 11-28-2009, 07:31 PM

Hmm, not familiar with that particular car, but I'm going to throw the obligatory "check the grounds in the engine bay" out there.

d510addict · 11-28-2009, 08:50 PM

Ya grounds seem fine, wish I had a spare distributer to swap in.

d510addict · 12-01-2009, 04:18 PM

bump, still not working

jpalamar · 12-01-2009, 04:27 PM

You can't really debug a car online. There are sooo many things that can cause the same symptoms. Air, fuel, spark. If you have all 3 you should have fire. Fire = combustion = working motor. You are missing one.

Just for kicks, did you check your injectors, filters, fluids, belts, starter...

Also what code was your car running?

d510addict · 12-01-2009, 08:16 PM

Code 23 - Open or shorted airflowmeter circuit was what i was pulling before it refused to start but the manual I have doesn't show where or what circuit that is. Also I've said before it has no spark..........Thinking its the distributor but dont know how to tell without slapping a confirmed working one in there. Doubt its the coil sense we put a working coil in and its not dist cap as we put a confirmed working one in.

Also fluids, belts,filters etc all look find and its in time.

trista · 12-02-2009, 09:56 AM

oo mine ended up being timing anddddd something came loose with my ignition switch.
:c but now it makes weird sounds

OBEEWON · 12-02-2009, 10:52 AM

Please don't ask for help on this forum unless you want your car to blowed ups.

Wish I could help but I sold my Subie cuz I couldn't find the pistons.

jdmwill · 12-02-2009, 11:25 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by d510addict

I don't know if this is the best forum to ask but I haven't found too many Subaru tech forums so here it goes:

I have a 1987 Subaru gl-10 turbo wagon. A few days ago it would not start, it has had a problem that has been causing the check engine light on but we couldn't figure out what it was as the code given via the ECU wasn't too specific or helpful. It wasn't running much differently either. So when it refused to start we checked spark there doesn't seem to be spark, after that we pulled the distributor cap and checked that.......the center contact was only arcing after the key turned off so that doesn't seem right. It has gas the fuel pump is working, its in time and the belts are good. Tried to put a working dist. cap and that did nothing. I'm pretty much stumped and have no idea of what it could be. Anyone know what else I could check to help diagnose/have suggestions to what it could be?

i had a red oakly turbo wagon edition one. i loved it

jdmwill · 12-02-2009, 11:35 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by d510addict

Code 23 - Open or shorted airflowmeter circuit was what i was pulling before it refused to start but the manual I have doesn't show where or what circuit that is. Also I've said before it has no spark..........Thinking its the distributor but dont know how to tell without slapping a confirmed working one in there. Doubt its the coil sense we put a working coil in and its not dist cap as we put a confirmed working one in.

Also fluids, belts,filters etc all look find and its in time.

take timing cover off and have some one crank the car. if the cam doesnt move, broken belt. just dont do a visual inspection if its there. check your maf/ map sensor for power

d510addict · 12-02-2009, 01:40 PM

We've cranked everything over its not a broken belt thats for sure.

Erik · 12-02-2009, 01:52 PM

check your voltage to your MAF like said above. If not that, maybe tps or crank positioning sensor? Does your dizzy still arc?

d510addict · 12-02-2009, 07:30 PM

What is the MAF.

11-28-2009, 05:34 PM	#1
d510addict Noob-Jersey Join Date: Nov 2009 Member #15184 My Ride: 1987 gl-10 turbo iTrader: (0)	Car problems I don't know if this is the best forum to ask but I haven't found too many Subaru tech forums so here it goes: I have a 1987 Subaru gl-10 turbo wagon. A few days ago it would not start, it has had a problem that has been causing the check engine light on but we couldn't figure out what it was as the code given via the ECU wasn't too specific or helpful. It wasn't running much differently either. So when it refused to start we checked spark there doesn't seem to be spark, after that we pulled the distributor cap and checked that.......the center contact was only arcing after the key turned off so that doesn't seem right. It has gas the fuel pump is working, its in time and the belts are good. Tried to put a working dist. cap and that did nothing. I'm pretty much stumped and have no idea of what it could be. Anyone know what else I could check to help diagnose/have suggestions to what it could be?

11-28-2009, 07:31 PM	#3
Nors Tri-State Post Whore Join Date: Jul 2006 Location: DelCo, PA Member #2210 My Ride: 2011 VW GTI iTrader: (1)	Hmm, not familiar with that particular car, but I'm going to throw the obligatory "check the grounds in the engine bay" out there. __________________ DUB JAWN Hi Hater™ Previous: 2002 Volkswagen GTi - Sold \|1995 Honda Accord - Sold \| 1993 Eagle Talon Tsi AWD Project - Sold \| 1996 Acura Integra RS - Sold

12-01-2009, 04:27 PM	#6
jpalamar TST Ruined My Life! Join Date: May 2009 Location: Orefield, PA Member #13773 My Ride: '14 Mustang GT iTrader: (3)	You can't really debug a car online. There are sooo many things that can cause the same symptoms. Air, fuel, spark. If you have all 3 you should have fire. Fire = combustion = working motor. You are missing one. Just for kicks, did you check your injectors, filters, fluids, belts, starter... Also what code was your car running? __________________ 2014 Mustang GT performance package, M6, Brembo brakes, Torsen diff with 3.73, Steeda CAI with 101mm MAF, ST coilovers with caster/camber plates, BMR lower control arms, BMR watts link, BMW sway bars with end links, front brake cooling ducts, SR short shiffter, and custom tuned

12-02-2009, 10:52 AM	#9
OBEEWON Tri-State Post Whore Join Date: Jan 2006 Location: Hightened State of Emergency Member #1315 My Ride: Lansdale Local iTrader: (1)	Please don't ask for help on this forum unless you want your car to blowed ups. Wish I could help but I sold my Subie cuz I couldn't find the pistons. __________________ E .· \' ' ·. F To view links or images in signatures your post count must be 10 or greater. You currently have 0 signatures.

12-02-2009, 01:52 PM	#13
Erik Tri-State Post Whore Join Date: May 2006 Location: Glenside, PA Member #1962 My Ride: 2001 Audi A6 2.7 Twin Turbo iTrader: (4)	check your voltage to your MAF like said above. If not that, maybe tps or crank positioning sensor? Does your dizzy still arc? __________________ --Eric '96 Mazda Miata \| FM V-Maxx Coilovers \| Jackson Racing Exhaust/Intake GONE To view links or images in signatures your post count must be 10 or greater. You currently have 0 signatures. 01' Audi A6 2.7 Twin Turbo \| Daily \| NoMods

11-28-2009, 08:50 PM	#4
d510addict Noob-Jersey Join Date: Nov 2009 Member #15184 My Ride: 1987 gl-10 turbo iTrader: (0)	Ya grounds seem fine, wish I had a spare distributer to swap in.

12-01-2009, 04:18 PM	#5
d510addict Noob-Jersey Join Date: Nov 2009 Member #15184 My Ride: 1987 gl-10 turbo iTrader: (0)	bump, still not working

12-01-2009, 08:16 PM	#7
d510addict Noob-Jersey Join Date: Nov 2009 Member #15184 My Ride: 1987 gl-10 turbo iTrader: (0)	Code 23 - Open or shorted airflowmeter circuit was what i was pulling before it refused to start but the manual I have doesn't show where or what circuit that is. Also I've said before it has no spark..........Thinking its the distributor but dont know how to tell without slapping a confirmed working one in there. Doubt its the coil sense we put a working coil in and its not dist cap as we put a confirmed working one in. Also fluids, belts,filters etc all look find and its in time.

12-02-2009, 01:40 PM	#12
d510addict Noob-Jersey Join Date: Nov 2009 Member #15184 My Ride: 1987 gl-10 turbo iTrader: (0)	We've cranked everything over its not a broken belt thats for sure.

12-02-2009, 07:30 PM	#14
d510addict Noob-Jersey Join Date: Nov 2009 Member #15184 My Ride: 1987 gl-10 turbo iTrader: (0)	What is the MAF.

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