No spark

Modded Monday

I have a 1987 Audi 200 C3 with the MC2 (2.2 turbo 10v), and I’m dealing with a no-spark issue that seems related to the fuel pump not running. Car was working fine in march, then it was left for 1 week and after that tried to start it again, didn't have any spark.

Symptoms:

  • Engine cranks normally
  • No spark at all
  • Fuel pump does NOT run when ignition is turned on or after cranking it.
  • If I manually bridge the fuel pump relay, the pump runs fine, still no spark.

What I’ve checked/replaced so far:

  • New spark plugs
  • New spark plug wires
  • Battery is good
  • Ignition coil has +12V
  • Distributor (cap/rotor) is OK
  • Hall sensor was checked by electric, so should be good
  • Grounds seem good
  • Fuses are all good
  • ECU has power

What could be the issue?

Posted Apr 6, 2026, 1:20 PM UTC

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