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Asked: Jan 27, 2008 - 09:05 AM

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I own a 2004 ION that will not start at times. Recieve message "service vehicle" Wait 10 minutes it starts.

I own a 2004 ION that will not start at times. Recieve message "service vehicle" Wait 10 minutes it starts.

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wern10

Date: Apr 13, 2008
Time: 05:09 PM

when it does start does it stay running? if it does the dealer said you have a programming error in the computer to start circuit.if it stalls rite after it starts you just have a faulty computer,they said in either case a diagnostic scope will show sharp spikes in Kv side of the ignition and very low almost flat bumps in the milli amp cycle for the 5 volt reference to the injectors from the computer and temp sensor for the idle speed.I know its almost a foreign language,but at least you got reference point to go by, even though its not a simple fix at least who ever you take it to will have a place to start instead of a massive diagnostic bill.sorry its not a magic fix,but i hope it helps you

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