300 SE won't start

[ykb]

Hi there
1989 300 SE: Car will start, then immediately cut out. Had the problem on and off for a year, but ususally leave it for 10mins it'll be fine. Now it won't start at all.
ABS light is constantly on
Fuel pump relay seems to be fine
10A (OVP ??) blade fuse is fine

All help appreciated
Thanks

 

[landover]

Check the fuse for the cold start valve .If it is blown the ABS light will stay on.

 

[ykb]

Is it the 10A blade fuse on its own with a clear flip-up cover, on passenger side? If so, it's OK

 

[snappy]

The fuse in your voltage protector relay is blown and your fuel accumulator may also be defective. The voltage

 

[ykb]

My local garage sorted the car . They said the hoses had split on the idle controller, and replaced them. Now the car is running. Not 100% (they also recommended leads + plug change soon) but at least it's on the go.

They also fixed ABS light contantly on. Said it was a faulty connector. MBMD wanted £250+ because they said needed a new ABS relay*. The total bill came to less than that.

*after shelling out £350 for a new ABS sensor. Was quoted £250 over the phone. When I went to pick it up, they wanted £450! They said the guy who quoted me £250 was on holiday... I had to haggle for 1hr to get it down to £350.

Good work, fella - Local garage
Bunch of Arse - Local main dealer