ford windstar won't start

FORD WINDSTAR
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AKLENOW
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I have a 96 ford windstar with 107,000 miles. Two days ago the serpentine idler fell off and trashed the belt. I got the idler back on, new belt back on (that was a drag), but now the van won't start. My code reader returned a P0320 ignition/distributer engine speed input circuit malfunction. This code does not show up in my Haynes manual. What is it, where is it, better yet, how do I start the van? Any info would be much appreciated.
Tony
Oct 30, 2006 at 4:32 PM
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TE1976
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Does engine crank over? If so and still no start check for spark and fuel.....check timing belt to ensure it is still entact.
Oct 30, 2006 at 8:01 PM
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AKLENOW
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Engine turns over fine. At one point I thought it turned over a little slow, so I put the battery charger on for a while. It turned over a little quicker but still no go. Changing spark plugs was next on my list. 3 are easy but the other 3....wow...way in the back. Could the engine jump time that bad just from losing the belt? The other thing I found, was the old belt wrapped around the crank shaft. It didn't appear to damage the crank position sensor. Wires are still intact. What's next?
Oct 31, 2006 at 5:24 AM
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