Originally Posted by
BrandonW
Um yeah! kind of...
I took "may not kick over the starter engine sounds fine " as the starter motor is turning the engine over but it did not fire.
Either way between the two suggestions I think the OP has something to go on.
Hope it helps.
By the way is my understanding of the RCM issue correct, is that only a "no crank" issue?
Thanks!
Yes - I believe you are correct. The RCM issue will cause the car to die and then it will not crank until it cools a bit. After it sits and cools, it will crank and, most likely, start. With this problem, you can sometimes get it home or to a shop.
The CPS issue is normally the car will die and then it will crank and not start. With this one, you probably aren't going anywhere until the CPS is replaced. A lot of owners will carry a spare CPS and the tools to replace it in the trunk ... just in case.
RL