94 E500 - Engine Simply Shut Down While Running - Won't Start- - PeachParts Mercedes-Benz Forum

charnett · #1 08-24-2014, 07:15 PM

Near end of a 10 mile drive while fully warm, engine simply shut down - all lights on dash lit up. Starter cranks and engine won't start. Do not have a code reader, and have not checked for spark, which I do not suspect is the issue. Car running excellently before. Only recent changes were 150 miles ago adding Boost fuel additive for first time, and an independent mechanic pulling out and putting back in the relays behind fuse box to be sure the A/C auxiliary fan was working, which it was. Wondering about CPS or possibility of the fuel additive freeing up possible sediment in tank, thereby possibly affecting fuel pump. Any ideas appreciated. Also, any suggestion on how to get a reasonably priced code reader for this model (OBD-1 ?) appreciated.

97 SL320 · #2 08-25-2014, 04:49 PM

For a code reader, CA spec cars had a button under the hood in the right hand diagnostic port. All other cars just need a light bulb and a few jumpers. Do a search for code reader or test light and something should pop up on this site.

Give the intake a puff of starting fluid or dribble of fuel, if the motor tries to run, check power to the fuel pump.

Pull a plug wire and check for spark, if you don't have any, check the crankshaft position sensor for AC power while cranking. I'm not 100% sure on these cars but I think you will get at least 2.5V.

charnett · #3 08-25-2014, 05:39 PM

Thank you very much for the advice.

Fridhem · #4 10-30-2014, 03:37 PM

Not familiar with your model....does it have "Limp home mode"

engatwork · #5 10-30-2014, 03:55 PM

More like walk home on these applications

. Does it start right up after it has cooled off? If yes, I would suspect crank position sensor.

Frank Reiner · #6 10-30-2014, 04:17 PM

Has 2 months been long enough for it to cool off?

engatwork · #7 10-30-2014, 04:43 PM

Lol, just looked at date.

400Eric · #8 11-01-2014, 02:15 AM

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gerryvz · #9 11-01-2014, 02:18 AM

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400Eric · #10 11-01-2014, 05:48 AM

The feeling is mutual buddy.

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400Eric · #11 11-02-2014, 09:44 PM

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Originally Posted by charnett

Also, any suggestion on how to get a reasonably priced code reader for this model (OBD-1 ?) appreciated.

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Regards,
Eric

400Eric · #12 11-02-2014, 06:09 AM

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Your ranting about your dead mutt on my site caused dozens of people to roll their eyes in off-topic disgust.

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I already have.

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Originally Posted by gerryvz

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