Engine shut off while driving and will not start

1996 FORD ESCORT

140,000 MILES • 1.9L • 2WD • AUTOMATIC

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Driving home the motor shut down. I plugged in A code reader it said to replace camshaft sensor which I did. Car still won't start. Plugged in code reader again this time no codes. Replaced fuel filter and fuel pump still won't start.

Jul 14, 2021 at 4:42 PM

SQM

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Hello,

Did you check to make sure you are getting the correct fuel pressure? It should be around 35 - 40 PSI.
Have check to make sure you are getting spark?
I have attached basic diagnostic procedure as well as fuel pressure check procedure.

Please refer to this article it might be helpful:

https://www.2carpros.com/articles/engine-stalls

Let me know if you have any questions.

Thank you.

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Jul 14, 2021 at 6:44 PM

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