1988 Volkswagen Fox Find Fault Engine Turning Car Won T Start

1988 VOLKSWAGEN FOX
250,000 MILES
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How to find fault with the engine turning but the car won't start
Jan 27, 2013 at 4:15 AM
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Remove distributor cap and check if the rotor is turning when you crank the engine.

If no, then your timing belt is broken.

Other common issue is the fuel pump relay.

Thomas
Jan 27, 2013 at 10:14 AM
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