Starting problem when warm

Asked by LEANNE Feb 15, 2020 at 11:52 PM about the 1980 Ford Escort

Question type: General

The car starts when cold but not if
warm. (Ford Escort Mkll with Kent
engine) 1.3. What steps can I take
and what should i replace. Replaced
battery and plugs, plug wires.

1 Answer

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Most likely u need a new ignition module. It needs to cool down before it starts

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