1981 Datsun 280z will not start

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BUTCHJ
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from the distributor, no spark for 2 wires. also no injection pulse to the injectors.
what could cause both of these problems at the same time?
has spark at 4 out of 6 at the cap. will start with carb cleaner in intake, then stops when carb cleaner runs out
Sep 22, 2013 at 3:54 AM
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KHLOW2008
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A likely fault with the ECU. Check the spark plug wires and distributor cap.
Sep 22, 2013 at 3:58 AM
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BUTCHJ
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thanks,
what sends the signal, the distributor or crank sensor.
also does the ECU have an indicator light, red or green?
Sep 23, 2013 at 9:48 AM
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KHLOW2008
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Crank sensor is within the distributor.

Sorry I do not have the information for the ECU LED indicators.
Sep 24, 2013 at 12:45 AM
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