Mitsubishi Repair: Car wont start why?, intake hoses, mitsubishi eclipse


Question
I have a 1992 mitsubishi eclipse 1.8 MT. I cant get the car to start. Theres gas going into the engine, Spark into the plugs. the timing is all set with the marks. all fues are checked. plugs are in correct firing order it turns over but just wont start. What can i do?

Answer
Jon,
If you are getting spark, fuel, and timing is correct, then your problem might be electrical.  Check your air filter and intake hoses.  Make sure your air filter housing wiring harness is connected.

You should also check your car's computer.  Read this article for futher information:
http://90gsx.com/eclipse/cap/caps.htm

If your ECU is malfunctioning, then you will have all sorts of problems.  Unable to start the engine is a common problem when the ECU starts to go bad.  Pull your ECU and check it for damage.
Good luck!