car will not start however there is spark and petrol. Where do I begin the troubleshooting?
Feb 19, 2011 at 2:13 AM
Ford Escort 1983 starting problems
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Have you recently replaced the spark plug wires?
Check them to make sure they are routed properly to each cylinder.
To do this, put the number #1 cylinder at top dead center. Then point the distributor cap rotor at the position of the distributor cap.
Other problems that could be the source of the issues;
Old spark plugs or plugs that have been fouled from the engine being flooded or running too rich.
A low battery which is not spinning the motor fast enough to start the engine.
I hope this helps.
Check them to make sure they are routed properly to each cylinder.
To do this, put the number #1 cylinder at top dead center. Then point the distributor cap rotor at the position of the distributor cap.
Other problems that could be the source of the issues;
Old spark plugs or plugs that have been fouled from the engine being flooded or running too rich.
A low battery which is not spinning the motor fast enough to start the engine.
I hope this helps.
May 3, 2011 at 5:07 PM