1991 Geo Prizm Car won't start.

1991 GEO PRIZM
189,000 MILES • 4 CYL • 2WD • MANUAL
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OCONNORML
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I just started my car, backed up a couple of feet, then the engine quit. It won't start again. The lights work, so I don't think that it is the battery. The gas tank is full.
Nov 9, 2008 at 5:27 PM
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MMPRINCE4000
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Remove the timing belt cover and inspect the timing belt, see if it is broke.

If OK, then check spark. If no spark, I would suspect an ignitor, which is in the dist. and can be removed and tested.

If spark, is OK then check fuel pressure. On these models, you need a special adapter. Remove the cold start valve and screw in adapter to fuel rail, connect other end to fuel pressure tester.
Nov 10, 2008 at 8:52 AM
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