Engine cranks, will not start?

Tiny
TIMOTHY CASSO
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  • 1996 FORD ESCORT
  • 1.9L
  • 4 CYL
  • 2WD
  • AUTOMATIC
  • 2,000,000 MILES
I try to start my car. It turns over everything works as it should except it won’t start.
Sunday, April 23rd, 2023 AT 12:47 PM

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Tiny
JACOBANDNICKOLAS
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Hi,

The most common cause of a crank no start condition is either no fuel to the engine or loss of ignition spark.

Here is what I need you to do. First, see if the engine starts if you use starting fluid. If it does or tries to start and then stalls, we know it is a fuel-related issue. If there is no change using starting fluid, then we need to check for spark at the spark plugs.

Here is a link that explains how to check:

https://www.2carpros.com/articles/how-to-check-for-ignition-spark

If you could, record it cranking and upload it for me to hear.

Do this and let me know the results.

Take care,

joe
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Sunday, April 23rd, 2023 AT 9:37 PM

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