2005 Dodge Neon Driving On Interstate Suddenly Check Engine Light Comes Car

2005 DODGE NEON
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SHAWN11686
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Driving on interstate and suddenly check engine light comes on and car loses power. Won't start back up and the brake pedal is stiff. Engine spins over but won't start. Any help would be appreciated.
Jan 5, 2013 at 1:38 AM
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ASEMASTER6371
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did you have the code checked??

start with a compression test??

Roy
Jan 5, 2013 at 1:39 AM
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SHAWN11686
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I haven't had it checked as it happened an hour ago
Jan 5, 2013 at 1:46 AM
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ASEMASTER6371
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ok, get the checks done so we can continue

Roy
Jan 5, 2013 at 1:49 AM
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SHAWN11686
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Does this sound like anything to do with timing belt?
Jan 5, 2013 at 1:51 AM
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ASEMASTER6371
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yes, that is what i am trying to confirm

Roy
Jan 5, 2013 at 1:55 AM
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SHAWN11686
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Being that the car shut off would that bend the valves if the belt popped?
Jan 5, 2013 at 1:59 AM
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very possible
Jan 5, 2013 at 2:07 AM
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SHAWN11686
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What would cause break pedal being stiff?
Jan 5, 2013 at 2:37 AM
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RACEFAN966
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once the engine shut off there is no more engine vacuum so yes.
Jan 5, 2013 at 3:55 AM
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