1996 Ford Contour won't start

Tiny
MIDNITERIDER
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  • 1996 FORD CONTOUR
  • 4 CYL
  • FWD
  • AUTOMATIC
  • 195,000 MILES
I started and drove the car with no problem or unusual performance indications. 4 hours later the car wouldn't start. The engine will crank over normally but not run. It is getting fuel through the carb and the plugs are firing. The timing belt is not broken and appears to be tensioned properly.I haven't done a compression test yet, but theorizing that the compression is fine, what other causes for this 'won't start' problem could there be?I'm thinking it is electrical as the plug spark is orange and appears weak. Could it be a blown fuse in the power distribution unit or should I look elsewhere?
Wednesday, July 1st, 2009 AT 11:33 PM

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Tiny
BMRFIXIT
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Check it for tune up and check coil
if its been raining in your area a lot and know it fails to start
you have good fuel pressure and some what weak spark
I would suspect tune up and check coil and ignition wires
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