car will turn over but does not start and looks like there is no spark

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PATMAN123
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battery was low and car was jumped and able to be driven. next dy car was put on the charger. when it was attempted to start the starter turns the car over with no problem but will not start. pulled one of the spark plugs. there is alot of white material on it. when turned the car over then did not appear to be any spark but it was sunny.
Sep 28, 2013 at 6:11 AM
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RASMATAZ
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Go to How to repair/service under engine performance-Cranks but won't start-
Sep 28, 2013 at 6:33 AM
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JACOBANDNICKOLAS
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Was the white material carbon? Also have you had a chance to check for spark without the sun out?
Sep 28, 2013 at 9:53 AM
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