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Still no go here. Going to try to get a new ignition module (computer). Engine mechanics are O.K., i.e. timing belt, compression, cranking, have tried 2 different distributors (the usual source of the no ignition on MX3's), a new coil etc. but no dice.<P>Seems we get spark to the distributor, but it...

Hey Mazdaspeed92. Thanks for the tip. Will drop by the car tomorrow and see what I can see. I sure think it's a little baffling bug like that which has beat us. I'll post results when I know more.<P>Tkx again for the tip.<P>Gunner

Hey CJ... misery loves company... just posted my same symptoms on the 4cyl tech board... engine cranks, fuel O.K., primary ignition is OKay (there is power to the distributor) but no 'pulse', i.e. no spark timing to the cylinders. Sure seemed to be distributor (a common weakness with these cars), bu...

This 92 MX3 4 cyl died, and been at garage for 3 weeks. Cranks, fuel, but no go... obviously ignition...<BR>Well, 2 different distributors, a new coil, and a different ignition module all tried and still no go. WEIRD!!!<P>Has primary ignition, but not 'pulse' to send spark out... hence the distribut...

Thanks for replys.<P>Pretty much confirmed it is the distributor, mechanic is seeking for used one. Mazda does not sell parts to repair. <P>All else has pretty much been eliminated,...it cranks, gets fuel, but no spark, and ignition module was test replaced, but no go. All the easy, obvious done. <P...

I may have same problem with 92MX3 1.6DOHC.<BR>No start, no ignition. Module swap did not fix.<P>Just posted detailed question(s) on the 4Cyl tech board. Would really appreciate any suggestions, insights, etc.<P>I have driven a lot of cars for a lot of years, and have never had a distribtor failure....

My son just bought his first car, a 92 MX3, 1.6 DOHC 5sd. After 1 week, it won't start.<BR>Appears no ignition. Mechanic tried another ignition module, no go. Now looking for a different distributor... still waiting to locate one (i.e. used, low cost)<P>We need some help, as I am not familiar with M...