astra 180i won't start

[etienne booysen]

My opel astr 180i 1994 model just won't start. There's enough spark and fuel but nothing. Someone told me about the cold start valve but I don't even know where the thing is situated. Can some one pls help
As I am unemployed and need to do everything myself.
Help please
Etienne

 

[Fuzzbox]

could be your coil pack

 

[I.am.Sam]

could be the spark plugs

my car was swinging but didnt take

changes the plugs cause one was burnt out and it was good

 

[herbertk]

My opel astr 180i 1994 model just won't start. There's enough spark and fuel but nothing. Someone told me about the cold start valve but I don't even know where the thing is situated. Can some one pls help
As I am unemployed and need to do everything myself.
Help please
Etienne

If it was the Monza GSI COTY 1991 you would have no problems LOL

EDIT - Ettiene this is an inside joke... nothing personal.... check the coil would be my guess

 

[etienne booysen]

Thx guys for the quick reply. I am goimg to take your advise and check the coil, coilpack, plugs etc etc.
I took out the 1st plug only to find there's excess petrol being sprayed I.o.w too much fuel on the plug. What could be the cause? And where is the cold start situated? Could that perhaps be the cause of my problem?

Best regards to all and thx again
Etienne

 

[FrankCastle]

Does it turn and not start or is it completely dead.

 

[Rickster]

A clear picture of the engine bay would help.

 

[bromster]

Fuel on the plugs may just be a result of you trying to start it repeatedly. But if fuel is definitely getting into the cylinder, then spark or timing is definitely the problem.

Do you have an immobilizer fitted?

 

[Stokstert]

Stripped cambelt?

 

[etienne booysen]

Hi again

Thx for all the advice guys, its really much appreciated. Gona try everything
I,Ll. Keep you guys posted.