Escort Starting Problem

BRENTSESCORT

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1997 FORD ESCORT
4 CYL
FWD
AUTOMATIC
177,000 MILES

I have a 97 ford Escort That wont start I thought it was at first becuase of the cold but know since it warmed up to 28 degrees it still wont start any ideas were to start. It has gas, spark and air coming in. I have starting fluid also.

Monday, January 24th, 2011 AT 5:57 PM

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Cranking over and w/n start or just won't crank at all/nothing?

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Monday, January 24th, 2011 AT 6:06 PM

BRENTSESCORT

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It cranks and wont fire

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Monday, January 24th, 2011 AT 6:09 PM

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I found out my timing belt went bad. I have another question when I am doing the timing belt when I am putting it back on it is difficult to get it to fit. How do I put it on the right way

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Tuesday, January 25th, 2011 AT 9:26 PM

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INSTALLATION

CAUTION: Incorrect removal or installation of the timing belt can result in damage to internal engine components.

NOTE: Install the timing belt over the sprockets in a counterclockwise direction starting at the crankshaft. Keep the belt span from the crankshaft to the camshaft (6250) tight while installing the timing belt over the camshaft.

1. Install the timing belt and remove the 1/8 inch drill bit to release the timing belt tensioner.
2. Tighten the timing belt tensioner bolt to 20-30 Nm (15-22 ft. Lbs.).
3. Roll the engine over two times and recheck the timing marks.
4. Loosen then retighten the timing belt tensioner bolt to 20-30 Nm (15-22 ft. Lbs.).
5. Install the outer engine front cover and tighten bolts to 8-11.5 Nm (71-101 inch lbs.).
6. Install the crankshaft pulley and tighten to 110-130 Nm (81-96 ft. Lbs.).
7. Install all removed components.

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Friday, February 4th, 2011 AT 10:51 AM