2005 Dodge Stratus Engine

2.0L • 4 CYL • 2WD • AUTOMATIC
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KLINKENBORG
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Engine cranks but won't start, there is no connection on the fuel rail to check pressure however when it's disconnected I do get plenty of fuel, there is spark(at least coming from the wires), cam sensor was already replaced, car won't fire with starting fluid(just have it a small "sniff" of the stuff to see if it fired)...I did notice that I get no vacuum at the throttle body, kinda oscilates between negative and positive pressure, I was told the car just does going down the road(trying to fix this car for a relative who really really needs this car to find a job), my next step was going to be to pull the spark plugs check their condition and do a compression check, any pointers from there on what to check next or now would be great thanks
Nov 26, 2015 at 11:03 PM
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HMAC300
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check for cam timing out of time. the relative probably isn't giving the whole story.and make sure to check fuel pressure with a gauge, a pro will probably have to do it.
Nov 26, 2015 at 11:33 PM
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KLINKENBORG
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Do you mean checking to see if the belt jumped a tooth?, as far as fuel pressure goes I can check it I just have to get a new pressure gauge(mine was "borrowed")... But to give a guess when I disconeccted the line it had a few psi behind it
Nov 26, 2015 at 11:42 PM
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HMAC300
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fuel pressure must be 58+-5 psi key on. also try resetting security system if no manual look online. also check compression. yes see if cam is in time if all compression is low like 75-90 psi all cylinders it may be a timing issue.
Nov 26, 2015 at 11:57 PM
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KLINKENBORG
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10-4, I will make the appropriate checks with your suggestions, thank you so much for helping me look in the right direction
Nov 27, 2015 at 12:46 AM
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KLINKENBORG
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Broken timing belt, I found the timing marks but unsure which direction they need to be pointed for a dohc
Nov 27, 2015 at 4:40 AM
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HMAC300
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this engine is a valve bender meaning it's an interference motor so you may have bent some valves because belt broke. so once you get the belt on check compression , you might luck out. also when you get a belt get it in a kit, it includes new tensioner, water pump and pulleys. I've included most of instructions...... have fun
Nov 27, 2015 at 4:53 AM
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