Car turns on with key but will not start?

Tiny
KAISON
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  • 1989 FORD FESTIVA
  • 130,000 MILES
I turn it on I hear the fuel pump engaged, then I try to start, and I get humming. The original issue it had a year ago was the timing. I put it in the shop and the guy gave up and sent it back to me. It was idling at 30 MPH and when I hit the brake it would stall out, any help would be greatly appreciated.
Monday, November 28th, 2022 AT 9:17 AM

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Tiny
KEN L
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Can you upload a short video of the engine cranking over so I can see if the engine is in good shape, I can tell from that. Also, we need to check for ignition spark this guide can help you:

https://youtu.be/baq_aEWNQ0Y

This guide can help as well:

https://www.2carpros.com/articles/car-not-running-advanced

Please go over this guide and report back.
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Monday, November 28th, 2022 AT 5:15 PM

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