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2000 Chevrolet S-10 Repair Question


Topics covered: Engine, Battery, Fuel pressure.
Mileage: 23,600 miles.

Asked on March 9, 2013

Chevrolet S-10 Engine Problem

My engine stopped running at 70 mph. Starter wont turn over. still have lights etc on dash.

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Replied on March 9, 2013

does the motor even turn by hand????

Roy

Tiny Answered by ASEMaster6371 (expert)
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Replied on March 9, 2013

engine does turn over with starter. does not fire. Fuel? Timing chain?

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Replied on March 9, 2013

once again, does it turn by hand??? trying to determine if the engine has seized

Roy

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Replied on March 9, 2013

Yes It turns by hand

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Replied on March 9, 2013

the fact that it shut off at 70 indicates loss of fuel pressure or spark. you say it wont crank??? is the battery fully charged???

Roy

Tiny Answered by ASEMaster6371 (expert)
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Replied on March 9, 2013

My mistake. I fully sharged the battery and it does crank but does not fire

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Replied on March 9, 2013

check fuel pressure and spark

Roy

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Replied on March 11, 2013

My mechanic says timing chain. Is that fixable or are valves and pistons possibly damaged

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