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1993 FORD TEMPO
160,000 MILES • 6 CYL • FWD • AUTOMATIC
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BOBBYHEFLIN26
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car wont stay started after making weird grinding noise and stalling. it tries 2 start then makes the noise again
Feb 24, 2011 at 8:59 PM
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JDL
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If the starter isn't making good contact with flywheel, it can make a terrible noise. If it is a starter issue, remove the starter and have it tested. Also, check the flywheel.
Feb 25, 2011 at 9:08 PM
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