1986 Mazda 626 car won't start

152,000 MILES • 4 CYL • 2WD • AUTOMATIC
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KEN007
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Checked all electrical systems: plugs,rotor,coil,battery alternator,wiring,etc. Engine getting fuel and spark, engine turns over but will not start. What could be the problem?
Jun 2, 2008 at 5:46 PM
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RASMATAZ
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Remove the distributor cap -have helper crank engine over while you look at the ignition rotor-is it turning-if so check ignition timing-could be out of time. If not could be the distributor drive gear or the the timing belt.

Possible fuel pressure is not within specs or no injection pulses.
Jun 3, 2008 at 1:44 AM
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