why wont my car start in hot weather?

Asked by yesalrighteddie May 10, 2008 at 10:18 AM about the 1998 Mercedes-Benz C-Class

Question type: Maintenance & Repair

my car is a '98 w202 c240 sport. it seems to not like hot weather, or starting when the engine is warm. i'm wondering if there is a solution to this problem, and what the problem could be? also i've been told something about a crank shaft sensor or distributor cap problem, however i cant seem to fins a distributor cap either?! before i start ripping the car apart i'd just like some guidance on where to start please?

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Pete

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littlehorn answered 8 years ago

It could be the ignition module which is located underneath where the plug wires start. It's probably not a distributor cap anymore. It could also be starter fade.

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