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1996 Ford Taurus Repair Question


Topics covered: Engine, Compression, Compression test.
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Asked on October 12, 2008

1996 Ford Taurus car cranks but wont start

Engine Mechanical problem
1996 Ford Taurus 6 cyl Front Wheel Drive Automatic 200000 miles

the car overheated and was out of oil and water i put oil and water but car wont start it cranks but just will not start. i changed the spark plugs and when i changed them they were rusted and black i put new ones in and it still does the same it cranks but wont turnover and start what could be the problem should i check the fuse what i really need help

Answer

Replied on October 12, 2008

Need a compression test the engine
suspect heads and or headgasket

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Tiny Answered by BMRFIXIT (expert)
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