Shut off while driving, cranks will not start?

2005 SUBARU IMPREZA
175,000 MILES • 2.5L • 4 CYL • 4WD • MANUAL
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KAT0412
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My husband and I were driving between 25-30 MPH when the car just shut off. We pulled over but it wouldn't start back up, it cranks but does not turn over.
Sep 3, 2022 at 3:40 PM
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JACOBANDNICKOLAS
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Hi,

In most cases, either fuel or ignition spark is lost. Here is what I need you to try. See if it starts for a couple of seconds using starting fluid. If it starts and then stalls, we'll know it's a fuel-related issue. If there is no change, we need to check for spark to the plugs.

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

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

Let me know. Also, let me know if it still sounds the same when cranking and if the timing belt was ever replaced. If you could, record it cranking and upload it for me to hear.

Let me know what you find or if you have questions.

Take care,

Joe
Sep 3, 2022 at 11:13 PM
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