1989 Subaru Wagon rip here lies a subaru

1989 SUBARU WAGON
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89SUBASW
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Engine Mechanical problem
1989 Subaru Wagon 4 cyl Four Wheel Drive Manual

ok it was parked for about 6 mnths bought new tires drove it for a week then without putter, clank, or sputter rpms just dropped car slowed to a stop when tried to restart all belts turned motor remained still didnt even try could this be a timing belt issue or could a filter or pump cause the motor to just shut off? please help me...ive had this car for 6 yrs thank you
Feb 21, 2009 at 11:47 AM
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DOCFIXIT
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If engine turns over faster than normal like no compression then timming belt broke. Have you never had it replaced?
Feb 28, 2009 at 4:00 AM
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