no spark just stopped running while driving

1989 OLDSMOBILE CUTLASS
120,000 MILES • 6 CYL • FWD • AUTOMATIC
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DRMENKYABABA
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89 olds ciera 2.8L no spark no start, fuel system ok
Mar 22, 2011 at 10:23 PM
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FIXITMR
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probably coil or ignition module.
Mar 22, 2011 at 11:32 PM
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RASMATAZ
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The crankshaft position sensor is located on the right side of the engine block.

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Mar 23, 2011 at 12:07 AM
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DRMENKYABABA
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THANKS Rasmataz, right you are! i replaced the crankshaft position sensor upon your recomendation and the car fired up, runs great.
Mar 23, 2011 at 6:18 PM