Will not start

1998 VOLKSWAGEN CARAVELLE
234,896 MILES • 2.6L • 6 CYL • 2WD • MANUAL
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JAMESKEKANA
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Car will not start. tried starting it by push but suddenly nothing. what could be the problem? Ignition module and pick up sensor?
Mar 27, 2018 at 5:50 AM
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F4I_GUY
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First we need much more detail. Does it crank? Are there any faults stored? Have you tested for fuel and spark? Here is a great link that can assist you:

https://www.2carpros.com/articles/car-cranks-but-wont-start
Mar 27, 2018 at 12:17 PM
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JAMESKEKANA
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yes tested fuel but no spark at all, but the coil is sparking very well. could it be the distributor?
Mar 27, 2018 at 8:41 PM
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STRAILER
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Yes it sounds like you have an ignition rotor that needs to be replaced. I hope this engine has one because the engine I see are all diesel?
Mar 30, 2018 at 5:01 AM
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