Just turns over and over and over?

Tiny
TIKALANSTALLIAN
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  • 2002 MITSUBISHI GALANT
  • 6 CYL
  • 102,000 MILES
2002 galant have fuel fire and compression but will not start just turns over and over and over. Tried starting fluid and cranking it still wont start. Timing belts good. Please please help!
Monday, February 21st, 2011 AT 1:48 AM

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Tiny
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Hello,

It sounds like you could have an issue with the crank position sensor.
If the crank sensor becomes defective it will not send the correct signal to the ECM and the engine might not start when that happens.

https://www.2carpros.com/articles/how-a-crank-shaft-angle-sensor-works
https://www.2carpros.com/articles/symptoms-of-a-bad-crankshaft-sensor

Typically with a faulty crank position sensor the engine light will get triggered.
Is your check engine light illuminated?
Scanning the vehicle for codes can help diagnose the issue.

https://www.2carpros.com/articles/checking-a-service-engine-soon-or-check-engine-light-on-or-flashing

On this vehicle, in order to replace the crank position sensor you will have to remove the timing belt.

I have attached diagrams for your reference.

Please let me know of any questions.
Thank you.
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