'99 Disco 2

[sdillen]

I think it's better than a parts donor but I'm not trying to fool anyone -- it's a '99 D2 in epsom green with 337k on it.

I'm the second owner and have records since new (including original purchase docs and owners manuals). I bought it at 187k and have done the usual D2 stuff -- head gaskets (original owner replaced once, I replaced once), driveline parts, suspension bushings, electric CDL, air springs, door locks, SLABS fix, coil packs, starters, alternator, tie rod ends, etc. The heated windshield was replaced this year. The drive train has minimal oil leaks and no coolant leaks. I'll send a full detailed maintenance history if anyone wants it.

All systems work EXCEPT:
-Daytime running lights stopped working about a year after I bought the car. I think the relay in the fuse panel failed.
-Same with rear window defrost.
-Driver's heated seat failed (thermocouple feedback loop error, a resistor in-line restored heating function).
-Passenger rear seat lift motor has failed.
-Front ACE cylinders are weeping - the system works, but there's a clunk as it loads up the sway bar when cornering, fluid top up required every 2+ years?.
-Stock stereo is not functional (wiring adapter for aftermarket set included), HK amp/speakers are fine.
-Normal D2 issues (sunroofs leak, headliner starting to sag, AC drain tubes plug up and have to be cleared every few months).
-Each of my kids destroyed a front bumper when driving it and I haven't fixed the most recent damage.

And, the newest issue...This has been my daily driver since I bought it. Last month, it died when my son was driving home through New West. At this point, when cold, the engine runs as normal. After reaching operating temperature (and it seems to be when the engine bay gets to operating temperature), the engine dies and won't restart. Once it cools, it starts and runs fine. It's not a compression/mechanical issue, so it has to be fuel or electrical. That's the net total of my diagnostics effort

Pics/video/full maintenance history available on request or come look at it in Maple Ridge. I'd like to see $2,000 including my Hawkeye scan tool, tire chains and a somewhat limited selection of spare parts.

Steve -- 604-831-5435, [email protected]

[Tony4921]

Sounds like a failing Crank Position Sensor fault, cheap part, swine to replace.

[sdillen]

CPS makes sense. If I have time this weekend I'll try to run it until it dies, then spray/cool the CPS and see if it fires back up. Looks like one of those parts that's easiest to replace if you dislocate a joint or two in your arm first.

[landcrabmechanic]

The CPS is not that difficult to replace if you have some patience and hold your tongue in the right position. :D

[bclandrover]

I second the suspected crank position sensor failure based on the symptoms. It's a common area for oil and coolant contamination, make sure everything is cleaned up during the replacement including the electrical connectors.

[sdillen]

Thanks all, It's definitely the CPS. Today I ran the engine until it got warm enough to die (about 15 minutes) with no restart. Sprayed the CPS to cool it and the engine started right back up and ran correctly.

So....I have a '99 D2 with a failed CPS for sale. I still think it's better than a parts donor and I'd rather the D2 get used than sit in my driveway. I played that game with my BMW E32 several years ago and I found that lack of use really took a toll. It'll be a while before I'll get around to replacing the sensor -- It's sailing season from now until....June?