1994 Hyundai Excel Dies Uphill Won't Start

1994 HYUNDAI
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ANGELKAT
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I broke down earlier today, and what happened was the car lost power goin' uphill (i live in s.e. ky) and died. The engine had died a couple of times in the last couple days, but would finally turn back over. Not today it wouldn't though, and it ran the battery dead trying to start it. A friend looked at it earlier and said it could be the timing belt, but was wanting another opinion. thanx.

only vehicle we have, and need to get it back running.
Feb 14, 2006 at 6:39 AM
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2CARPRO JACK
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take the oil filler cap off so you can see the valvetrain.Have someone crank the engine and see if it moves,if it does the belt isnt broken,although it could have skipped time
Feb 14, 2006 at 9:09 AM
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2CARPRO BOB
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Here are some things to check: 1. Check to see if the timing belt/chain has failed, 2. Check for ignition spark at spark plugs, 3. Check for fuel pressure, 4. Scan P.C.M. (computer) for fault or error codes. The information should pinpoint the malfunctioning components.
Feb 19, 2006 at 5:20 AM
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Remove the oil filler cap and watch the valvetrain while someone cranks the engine to see if the timing belt is broken or has skipped time. Also check for spark at the plugs, check fuel pressure, and scan the PCM for fault codes to pinpoint the no-start cause.

Conversation Summary

A 1994 Hyundai Excel lost power going uphill, stalled, and then would not restart, draining the battery. It had died and restarted a few times in prior days. A friend suspected the timing belt. Experts advised watching the valvetrain through the oil filler opening while cranking to see if the belt is broken or jumped time, then checking spark, fuel pressure, and computer codes.

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