1988 Ford Taurus will not start

1988 FORD TAURUS
130,000 MILES • 6 CYL • FWD • AUTOMATIC
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I have a 88' ford taurus that will turn over but will not start.I woke up to this problem.I've checked fuses,plugs,fuel pump,timing,and even sprayed ether into the intake port.Is there a way to clean or check the injectors without the car running? Thanks for any tips
Dec 9, 2008 at 9:32 AM
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BMRFIXIT
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I would suspect spark issue
if it was fuel or injector it would’ve starter when you sprayed it


Did you check for spark
check module and coil


do a compression test
Dec 9, 2008 at 12:24 PM
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I've got spark,did a compression test too.If someone sabotaged my fuel could that have clogged my injectors or fuel filter/pump? Thanks again
Dec 9, 2008 at 2:19 PM
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BMRFIXIT
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Just a note :
by spraying either in the intake port
you are bypassing fuel pump and injectors and fuel system
If you have correct timing and firing order
you have good spark and compression
engine should start on the either as you are spraying and stall when you stop
spraying

good luck
Dec 9, 2008 at 10:02 PM
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Dec 10, 2008 at 4:03 AM
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