Cylinders have low compression

Tiny
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The cylinders have low compression, even as low as 65 pounds. The highest being 105. The vehicle will not start, and I have absolutely no idea what is wrong.

The car attempts to start. The problem is caused from what is believed to be the engine over-heating.
Saturday, April 21st, 2012 AT 8:08 PM

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Tiny
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You may have blown a head gasket or the timing belt is off time. You need to get it confirmed. I bet on the timing belt

Roy
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Saturday, April 21st, 2012 AT 8:09 PM
Tiny
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How could a trimming belt cause low compression?
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Sunday, June 10th, 2018 AT 9:49 AM
Tiny
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The timing belt controls the cam and crank settings. If those setting are off, the valves will not open and close when required.

That is a test for a timing belt issue.

Roy

https://www.2carpros.com/articles/how-a-timing-belt-works
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Sunday, June 10th, 2018 AT 11:54 AM

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