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1997 outback wont start but turns over just fine. timing belt is fine as well as timing. almost starts when cold. compression is also fine. has spark.

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Looks like that you have a faulty fuel pump. If the fuel pump is faulty it won't supply fuel to the engine which may cause it not to start though you have a good spark. I strongly suggest that you have the fuel pump replaced to resolve the problem.

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