alright, car dies on the highway, towed home, sits 3 days, finally pull the codes (7 of them), cyl 2 + 4 misfire, cam pos sensor , coolant temp, idle air control, and both side 02 sensors. anyone think theres a common thread- please HELP ! engine seems to crank normally, just not firing.

 

Hi,

Problem is which of the codes are "live" and which are historical.

Sure you have a spark and fuel?

Since engine won't start try a new CPS Crank Position Sensor (not too expensive).

Not sure if your Cam PS is an alternative to Crank PS.

Crank PS doesn't usually generate a code when it goes bad just stops the car starting since the engine doesn't know when to fire.

Clear codes and see what returns...and what doesn't.

60% CPS will correct matters.

O2 sensors shouldn't impact starting.

Stuart.

 

stuart, thanks for the info - the only "new" code is for cyl 4 misfire. the others are considered "pending" by the code reader manufacturer (actron). also ,if i clear the codes , will new ones show even though i can't start the car?, it only cranks . one more thing, where's the cam pos sensor - i didn't recieve my repair manal yet - i ordered it the night i broke down - thanks , kmulholl - jerry

 

So since you cleared the codes nothing has come back. OK. No problem.

CanPS. Location?
Front of the cam cover (I would guess), Little black plastic thing with wires.

Stuart