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Posted on Feb 06, 2009

Engine cranks, but does not start

Drove car @ two weeks ago, it ran great parked vehicle in garage. Tried to start vehicle today, it just cranks and it won't start... No engine lite came on prior, no missing it just ran smooth. 2006 Had timing chain with guide replace, relay for battery replace last year.

  • Anonymous Feb 17, 2009

    This just happened to me. I am told it jumped time. If it the primary chain then there could be major problems. If it is secondary chain, then it can be fixed with out too much problem. If you try to crank too much you will file down the plugs, so be careful.

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My suggestion to this is to check the basics. Check fuel pressure and check spark during crank. There is no quick answer for a no start condition. You always have to start by checking the basics. An engine with no spark or fuel will not start every time.

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    My suggestion wasn't even helpful?

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