Krivman65 Posted September 26, 2017 Share Posted September 26, 2017 Hey all, just curious if anyone else has had this problem? I drove to work yesterday in the rain with no problems, but after sitting all day in the rain, the car wouldn't start. I had no spark from the coil and didn't smell fuel at the carburetor. This morning after sitting all night, it started right up. Anyone have this happen to them? Thanks! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jsyme Posted September 26, 2017 Share Posted September 26, 2017 Hmm.. Runs with full lights for time X. battery expires and sits. no juice means no fuel pump prime up on key turn, after battery revives after sitting all night. Dead alternator? / dead battery combo? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dee2 Posted September 26, 2017 Share Posted September 26, 2017 (edited) Hmm.. Runs with full lights for time X. battery expires and sits. no juice means no fuel pump prime up on key turn, after battery revives after sitting all night. Dead alternator? / dead battery combo? I agree with jsyme. Weak battery is a good place to start, check / clean all the connections. If the problem persists, check the distributor cap for cracks. Moisture in there can cause problems. Edited September 26, 2017 by Dee2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jono Posted September 27, 2017 Share Posted September 27, 2017 Wash it see if you can make it happen. It is a Subaru and not an English car? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Krivman65 Posted September 27, 2017 Author Share Posted September 27, 2017 I can check the battery. The issue is not the cap. There was no spark coming from the coil. But, there didn't appear to be any fuel, either. Was there a solenoid that controlled the fuel and spark? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
charles_thomas Posted September 27, 2017 Share Posted September 27, 2017 (edited) On one of my Brats, I had a leak near the firewall that just happened to funnel the rain on the wiring harness plug perfectly, causing it to short and stop functioning until it dried. I also have had that happen to the ignition stuffs above the fender. Bother are 1st gens. I agree with Jono, hit it with a hose. I would recommend starting in one spot, and keep turning the key on. If it works still Move the hose and do it again, see if you can narrow down where exactly the water is causing the issue. Edited September 27, 2017 by charles_thomas Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Krivman65 Posted September 28, 2017 Author Share Posted September 28, 2017 Thanks! I guess I know what I'm doing this weekend! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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