Engine shut off while driving, it cranks but will not start

2005 KIA SPORTAGE
180,000 MILES • 2.0L • 4 CYL • 2WD • MANUAL
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BIGCTURBO2
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So I have the vehicle listed above and I'm in need of guidance. It cranks but won't start. It shut off while I was driving. No misfire, no shaking. Nothing. Just shut off of nowhere and wouldn't start. I checked the fuel pump and it works. I checked the plug wires and I have spark. I tried spraying starting fluid in the throttle body and got nothing. I checked the obd scanner for codes, but no codes. So I know it's getting fuel, fire, and air. I'm not sure what my next move should be. Compression test? Any help would be appreciated!
Jan 5, 2021 at 4:41 PM
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ASEMASTER6371
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Good morning,

Yes, that is next. It could be a failed timing belt.

https://www.2carpros.com/articles/how-to-test-engine-compression

https://www.2carpros.com/articles/how-a-timing-belt-works

I attached a YouTube video of the procedure for you to view.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5JnzptMePkM

Roy
Jan 5, 2021 at 9:56 PM
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