1998 Kia Sportage car wont start

1998 KIA SPORTAGE
135,000 MILES • 4 CYL • 4WD • AUTOMATIC
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MSTGTS
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i have a 98 kia sportage. at first i would have to turn the key a couple of times and then it would start., but the other day i was driving and it just totally died and now i cant start it at all. i turn the key and it cranks but wont start. what do i need to check or fix??
Jan 21, 2009 at 5:54 AM
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DON OLIVER
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check to see if you broke the timing belt first. if it is still there, you'lll need to check the computer and see what the data stream is saying when cranking. you have to have fuel, air and spark to start. most of these things require some special tools to check.
Jan 29, 2009 at 9:16 AM
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