Elle wrote:
> "'Curly Q. Links'" <motsco__@interbaun.com> wrote
>
>>In the meantime, so he won't get stranded, tell him to put
>>the key in
>>position II, and slam the driver's door or smack the dash
>>on the left
>>side of the steering wheel. The relay will activate long
>>enough to prime
>>the fuel system (he'll hear it run) and the engine will
>>start when he
>>turns the key to START. Vibration will keep the relay
>>sparking until he
>>shuts it off, or it may run perfect depending on the cabin
>>temperature.
>
>
> IMO this description of how the "smacking" temporarily
> solves the problem is superior to past ones. I think
> understanding the mechanism of this temporary solution helps
> folks having the main relay problem.
>
> I'm sold, anyway, speaking as someone who values clear
> technical writing.
>
>
Thanks! Message delivered. bob