[W126 Coupe] Starting Problem

[Jonathan]

Jim Coutsourelos wrote:

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> I desperately need some help. I have a 380SEC 1984 model. When I start 

> it in the morning or after a rest of more than 4 hours, it starts up 

> fine, however, if I drive it for say 20 mins, switch it off, try and 

> start it again its as if the motor gets no fuel and wont start. The 

> starter is turning over but nothing. Then if I leave it there over 

> night, it will start up fine the next day. I have taken it to 2 

> mechanics that can't seem to find a problem as it will start for them 

> after playing around with it for a while.

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> Any suggestions??

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> Thanks

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> Jim (Melbourne Australia)

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Sounds like your fuel pump relay is having fits..  Next time jumper pins 
7&8 on your FPR see if she'll start.

Jonathan


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