Engine cranks but will not start

215,000 MILES • 1.6L • 4 CYL • 2WD • MANUAL
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TEAL200SXSE
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I changed the spark plugs and the distributor cap and went to start and cranks but wont fire up. I had driven the car a hour or so before i change the plugs and cap. please help.
Mar 2, 2021 at 11:39 AM
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JACOBANDNICKOLAS
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Hi,

The one thing I'm thinking is the plug wires were not re-installed correctly. Did you reinstall the spark plug wires in the same order as they were removed? Was the distributor rotor properly installed?

If you look at pic 1, it shows the firing order. That is how the plug wires need to be and which cylinder they go to. Also, confirm that the coil wire (location highlighted) is fully installed.

Also, if you look at pic 2, I circled a locking nut. Make sure the rotor is installed correctly and tight.

Let me know what you find or if you have other questions.

Take care and God Bless,

Joe

Mar 2, 2021 at 12:21 PM
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TEAL200SXSE
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I got it to start. thank you, but i do have one other question. when i bought the car it had a power problem when i got up hill it loses power and when i try to take off in first gear it feel like it wants to shut off and it's real sluggish. Can you help?
Mar 2, 2021 at 3:09 PM
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JACOBANDNICKOLAS
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Hi,

I'm glad to hear you got it started. As far as the other question, I need you to start a new thread. We are trying to keep the threads specific to one topic. Just copy and paste it.

https://www.2carpros.com/questions/new

I hope you understand.

Take care,

Joe
Mar 3, 2021 at 8:17 AM
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