The car will not start and then the engine light came on?

Hi Alexis, several things could cause the engine to fail. First, there could be a fuel related issue due to a faulty fuel pump, or it could be ignition related.

Here is what I need you to do. See if the engine will start if you use starting fluid. If it starts and then stalls, we know the problem is fuel related. If there is no change, then we need to check for spark at the spark plugs.

Here is a link that explains how to check for spark:

https://www.2carpros.com/articles/how-to-check-for-ignition-spark

Try this and let me know the results so I can further direct you.

Take care,

Joe