'88 Colt Vista

andyb96 · **Joined:** Mon May 06, 2013 9:37 am **Posts:** 4

I just bought a 1988 Dodge Colt Vista. I don't know much about these cars so I thought I would join a forum and try to learn some new things. I'll keep this updated as a build thread and will post some pictures soon.

Currently it doesn't run, it's not getting any spark. It has a new distributor and a new coil. If anyone could give me some other ideas on what it could be, it would be much appreciated.

mitsubishikid · PostPosted: Mon May 06, 2013 3:03 pm

it is fuel injected right?
did you test the ignition control module located on the intake next to the distributor it has a three wire connector and is bolted to a metal bracket that is bolted to the intake.

if you haven't already, check the spark plugs, plug wires, distributor cap & rotor.
check the wire harness and connectors on the coil,distributor, and the ignition control module.
inspect the timing belt, crank pulley etc. [make sure it all lines up right]
the black box e.c.u located under the drivers seat could be leaking capacitors.

after you check all this let us know
It most likely is one of these things.

andyb96 · **Joined:** Mon May 06, 2013 9:37 am **Posts:** 4

Yup, it is fuel injected. I'm going to test the ignition control module today.
If it's not that, I'll keep going down the list.
Thank you for the help!

andyb96 · **Joined:** Mon May 06, 2013 9:37 am **Posts:** 4

Well, the car is now running! I ended up replacing the ignition control module. One of the pins broke inside the connector. I still have a few little things to do to get it on the road. Will update when possible!

mitsubishikid · PostPosted: Sat May 11, 2013 7:42 am

I have seen this issue before, glad I could help out.
http://www.coltvista.com/phpBB3/index.php
the link above is to a site I think you might like, if you get a chance you should sign up on there.

andyb96 · **Joined:** Mon May 06, 2013 9:37 am **Posts:** 4

Quote:

I have seen this issue before, glad I could help out.
http://www.coltvista.com/phpBB3/index.php
the link above is to a site I think you might like, if you get a chance you should sign up on there.

I'll check it out! Thank you.
Still haven't drove it, I need a new clutch line now.

Edit: I actually found the previous owner of the car on the forum. lol

mitsubishikid · PostPosted: Fri May 17, 2013 3:02 pm

Still haven't drove it, I need a new clutch line now.

you should order one of the clutch lines I mentioned in the link below.
you will never have to replace it again.
http://www.coltvista.com/phpBB3/viewtop ... +line#p581

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