1997 Chrysler Town and Country engine don't want to star

1997 CHRYSLER TOWN AND COUNTRY
126,848 MILES • 6 CYL • FWD • AUTOMATIC
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JGUILBE
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engine is not starting,is backfiring,and you can smell gas.
Jan 27, 2009 at 7:25 AM
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JDL
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Sounds like a timing issue, can you check for codes?
Jan 27, 2009 at 9:05 AM
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JGUILBE
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I don't think so.I know a little but I don't think that I have enought knowledge
Jan 27, 2009 at 9:25 AM
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JDL
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You may need an obd11 code reader to check for codes. I'd use a scanner to look at engine data, key-on and cranking.

The timing might have jumped? I can' tell?
Jan 27, 2009 at 12:54 PM
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JGUILBE
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thanks for your suggestions.I will give it a shot.
Jan 28, 2009 at 5:40 AM