1997 Ford Probe engine doesn't seem to fire

1997 FORD PROBE
120,000 MILES • 4 CYL • FWD • AUTOMATIC
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LILMAMALINDA2007
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tis car has had alot of new parts and work done on it since I've had it. I recently had the head gasket replaced. The car makes a whizzing sound when the key is turned over and won't start. Thought it was the coil so had replaced. Still doesn't start.
Apr 2, 2010 at 11:43 AM
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LEGITIMATE007
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sounds like the starter, isnt seated to the flywheel correctly. or the flywheel has chipped teeth
Apr 4, 2010 at 1:18 PM
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