1995 Ford Escort engin

1995 FORD ESCORT
198,000 MILES • 4 CYL • FWD • AUTOMATIC
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JASON_BYERS1234
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i started my car and it ideled hi i drove for about five miles and it quit and wont start. it has spark. could it be timing belt or could it be something else?
Jan 30, 2009 at 10:01 AM
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DAVE H
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when you first turn ignition to ON position (ignition lights on,not cranking) do you hear a slight BUZZ noise while sat in the vehicle .. try this a few times .. if you hear the buzz your getting fuel .. if you are getting fuel and spark .. check the timing belt as you must not have compression !!
Jan 30, 2009 at 5:54 PM
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