Just wont start

Tiny
LILLYLADY
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  • 1997 FORD TAURUS
I have a 1997 ford taurus that was runing fine one day but now just wont start can you give me a starting point?
Tuesday, December 21st, 2010 AT 9:18 PM

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Tiny
ERNEST CLARK
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I'll need to know if the starter turns the engine when you turn the key. If not, does the rest of the power work in the car, and have you checked the battery/cables?

If starter does turn, all "no starts" begin with checking for spark at plug, then fuel at injectors and compression in cylinders, in that order. If you come across a problem in one of those systems, then you need to work your way through the system until you've isolated the bad component.
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Thursday, February 24th, 2011 AT 1:39 PM

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