Car cranks will not start

130,000 MILES • 3.2L
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MIKEYME111
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She had a mechanic replace the head gasket and water pump and timing belt. When he got done the car would not start. Just cranks. So I told her I would look at it. I figured he was off on his timing marks. Well the marks did not line up. He had the sprocket on the number one Cam upside down. So I fixed that and all the marks lined up perfect. But it still did not start. And when I turn the key to start it and then let off the key it still turns over for a few seconds. Any ideas what it is?
Aug 25, 2018 at 6:51 PM
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It sounds like you have a weak battery which is causing the cranking issue, but I am not sure if that would keep it from starting.

Here is a guide to help confirm the battery issue:

https://www.2carpros.com/articles/car-battery-load-test

Can you please shoot a quick video with your phone so we can hear the engine crank over? I can tell if the engine camshaft timing is correct from that. You can upload it here with your response. Cheers, Ken
Aug 27, 2018 at 4:42 AM
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