1999 Ford Contour Engine died while driving, won't restart

1999 FORD CONTOUR
115,000 MILES • 4 CYL • 2WD • AUTOMATIC
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TCARP03
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My car was running fine up until it died suddenly. I try to restart it and it turns but will not fire. I'm not sure what would cause this, and the engine has been very well maintained. I want to check out what I can before I take it to a mechanic. If the problem were the be electrical or a fuse, what should I do to check it? I don't know where the fuse would be located. Thank you for taking the time to help me out.
Jun 12, 2010 at 2:54 PM
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RASMATAZ
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Lets do below for a start to determine if its fuel or spark related issue and get back with some results

Get a helper disconnect a sparkplug wire or 2 and ground it to the engine atleast 3/16 away from ground-have helper crank engine over-do you have a snapping blue spark? If so-you have a fuel related problem, check the fuel pressure to rule out the fuel filter/fuel pump/pressure regulator and listen to the injector/s are they pulsing or hook up a noid light. No snapping blue spark continue to troubleshoot the ignition system-power input to the coil/coil packs,coil's resistances,distributor pick-up coil, ignition control module, cam and crank sensors and computer Note: If it doesn't apply disregard it
Jun 12, 2010 at 9:38 PM
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COACH
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Sounds like it might be the timing belt.
May 15, 2012 at 11:01 AM
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DSMDDN11
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Could be the timing belt, has happened to me 4 times on my Contour, everything else works fine, but the car won't start.
May 17, 2012 at 11:58 PM
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