2001 S80 T6. No start, backfires.

greybeardbirddog · Post by **greybeardbirddog** » 30 Dec 2013, 19:07

I bought a 2001 S80 T6 Executive that had a "broken radiator". Car has 73,000 miles on the clock and a great body and interior.

I replaced the radiator. The car started after the radiator was replaced, but only ran for a few seconds then died. Has not started since. Backfires when trying to start.

Showed a code for Cam shaft position sensor, I replaced and no change, still no start.

Now shows P1238, the only code thrown.

I have VERY little money invested in this car, doing the work myself, purchase price was very little. I just want the car as my commute/on call car.

Ideas??????

Post by **boosted5cyl** » 31 Dec 2013, 12:43

With the ignition off, disconnect the MAF sensor and try and start it again.

greybeardbirddog · Post by **greybeardbirddog** » 01 Jan 2014, 17:06

Just tried disconnecting the MAF.

No start still:(. But not backfiring now.

Tried starting fluid, no start still.

Ideas?

greybeardbirddog · Post by **greybeardbirddog** » 01 Jan 2014, 18:00

Now throwing P0335 Crankshaft position sensor A circuit.

greybeardbirddog · Post by **greybeardbirddog** » 04 Jan 2014, 22:15

Replaced Crankshaft position sensor, started right up! BUT, now have other issues!

Boostered5cyl, you were right, MAF is bad.

Has a ticking sound when running, and white exhaust:(

Sounds like I have a blown head gasket and a bad lifter. Am thinking of getting a head from Clearwater for $500.00 and replacing head gasket and head.

Ideas? How bad is the job if replacing the head and gasket?