low spark condition while cranking

I have a 1998 Saturn SL that has a low spark to the spark plugs while cranking. Once it cranks, with the help of starter fluid, then the spark is strong. What would cause this low spark condition?

I have a 1998 Saturn SL that has a low spark to the spark plugs while cranking. Once it cranks, with the help of starter fluid, then the spark is strong. What would cause this low spark condition?

so i take it cleaning the DIS didn't help, have you tryed posting on saturnfans.com?

Rick, could not help but think of your daughters car when I read this article about a 96 with a 1.9L SOHC. Probably a long shot but I'm out of ideas after the TPS. Good hunting.

Rick, could not help but think of your daughters car when I read this article about a 96 with a 1.9L SOHC. Probably a long shot but I'm out of ideas after the TPS. Good hunting.Can you direct me to the article that you are referring to. Thanks for your help

Can you direct me to the article that you are referring to. Thanks for your help

It is not alzheimers but definitely sometimers. :screwy: I would have sworn I included the link.

Saturn Article (http://www.alldata.com/service_provider/techrx/2001/20010723c.html)

Good luck.