| Jan 21, 2007 @ 12:45 PM |
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sweet5red
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ok i posted this in the tech forum but no response.. here goes in general..
any mechanics here ?
ok this is the deal anyone know how to solve this mystery..
ok 98 ford escort.. only 73000 miles on it , it has a new fuel pump, new fuel filter and a new oil change.. i drove it yesterday just fine.. it got me to work this afternoon but tonight after work it wouldnt start.. this happened a few days ago too.. well the fuel pump was defective so the mechanic replaced it wiht a ford motorcraft pump.. and yesterday changed the fuel filter.. and changed the oil.. it was fine all last night and this afternoon as i said it got me to work but tonight wouldnt start.. any suggestions Sweet N Louisiana
[Edited on 1/21/2007 1:29 PM]
[Edited on 1/21/2007 1:30 PM]
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| Jan 21, 2007 @ 1:54 PM |
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redhairNfreckles
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The car is possessed and doesn't want you to leave work since you seem to almost live there anyway with your working hours and overtime....just kidding with ya sis, you know I love ya....((((hugs)))). Hope some smart person can come up with some ideas to help you.
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| Jan 21, 2007 @ 2:02 PM |
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uab_5
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FORD = Fix Or Repair Daily
FORD = Found On Road Dead 
Hadn't any other clue, sorry. 
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| Jan 21, 2007 @ 2:21 PM |
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Danger
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red, is the car dead as in the battery is dead or is it just not starting...??
another thing, do you have power windows?
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| Jan 21, 2007 @ 2:29 PM |
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wiccked
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uab- you forgot one!!!! F___ed Out of a Real Deal!!!! 
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| Jan 21, 2007 @ 4:06 PM |
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beckyiv42000
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Sweet... did the mechanic try giving it a tune up?? the hard starting /no starting thing coulde be from a crappy distributor cap too or bad wires... and if its COLD and damp by you lately THAT could be the problem.. just a thoguht huggs SISSY!!
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| Jan 21, 2007 @ 4:32 PM |
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Laidback742
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Engines need 3 things to work; fuel, spark, and compression.
If the engine is turning over, I would guess its either fuel or spark related ( compression issues are not as common, I don't think ). Either no spark is getting to the cylinders, or no fuel to the engine. Since you've had fuel pump problems, perhaps there is still an issue with that ( loose wire for the fuel pump, etc. ), or a partly clogged fuel line, plugged injector system, etc. Often you can remove the fuel line where it connects to the carb/injector system, crank the engine, and see if fuel actually pumps out of the fuel line ( helps to have someone hold it in/over a container so fuel doesn't end up all over your engine ). If so, your pump is probably ok.
You can also remove a spark plug wire, hold it near a manifold, crank the motor, and see if it is getting spark ( again, help is good on this ).
Is it turning over at all? If not, there could be a dozen things wrong.
Many cars have an onboard computer system that will give you troubleshooting codes for your car, usually you turn the ignition on ( NOT start, just on ), back off, then on again; your Engine light will flash a certain pattern. This is a code you can reference to see just what the issue may be.
Hope that helps a little, and I'm not a mechanic, so hopefully that was somewhat accurate.
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| Jan 21, 2007 @ 5:32 PM |
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SHASTAEAGLE
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F__ked Over Rebuilt Dodge
Found On Reservation Dump
FlipOver Read Directions
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| Jan 21, 2007 @ 5:56 PM |
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winterrenegade
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red have your timing belt checked, if that is going bad then you will have the spark issue also.
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| Jan 21, 2007 @ 5:58 PM |
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kattsmeow
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I had a Ford that had alot of problems too Sweet. Have them check a little piece called the pcv valve.
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| Jan 21, 2007 @ 6:18 PM |
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Silvertongue62
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I have no idea if you have your problem addressed but we need to know if the motor is turning over. If so it would come down to fuel or air. I beleive that car has a mass air flow meter on it.
If it says nothing and doesnt turn over. I would suspect you either have a bad spot on your starter or a bad ignition switch on the column or the one under the dash on the column.
But I am throwing stones in the dark not knowing more of the characteristics.
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| Jan 22, 2007 @ 12:31 AM |
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sweet5red
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red, is the car dead as in the battery is dead or is it just not starting...??
it has a new fuel pump, new fuel filter and a new oil change.. i drove it yesterday just fine.. it got me to work this afternoon but tonight after work it wouldnt start.. this happened a few days ago too.. well the fuel pump was defective so the mechanic replaced it with a ford motorcraft pump.. and yesterday changed the fuel filter.. and changed the oil.. it was fine all last night and then after work it wouldnt start.. but the battery is new too.. but it has something to do with the fuel system next item he will replace is the fuel pump relay..( 5.00) part. but it will get fixed in the next day or 2 and hope no more probs.. Sweet N Louisiana
Laid back we did the spark test and the plugs etc are fine so its in the fuel system.. might be trash in the line since he changed all that out.. fuel pump etc.. thanks for the suggestions.. and LOL RED.. The car is possessed and doesn't want you to leave work since you seem to almost live there anyway with your working hours and overtime....just kidding with ya sis, you know I love ya....((((hugs)))). Hope some smart person can come up with some ideas to help you. you are prob right.. i am at work too dang much..
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| Jan 22, 2007 @ 1:58 AM |
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grumblebear
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aren't cars fun... I had one that had a temperature related issue with the fuel pump... whenever the temp dropped below 25 degrees, no fuel pump...
good luck
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| Jan 22, 2007 @ 1:19 PM |
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Silvertongue62
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Does the engine say nothing when you turn the key?
Turn key----> Click click click
or
Does the engine turn over and never start running?
Does the engine turn over but slowly?
This is what I mean. The new parts mean nothing. I have gotten new parts that were defective.
What happens when you turn the key?
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| Jan 22, 2007 @ 1:56 PM |
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sweet5red
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silver it trys to start.. but although it is getting spark it is getting no fuel.. and the tank is half full.. JR picked it up this morning and is working on it.. hopefully to solve the mystery once and for all this time.. PHew i hate asking for rides to work.. which is where i am headed to soon.. sweet N Louisiana
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| Jan 22, 2007 @ 2:01 PM |
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Silvertongue62
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Thats good baby.
Maybe I need to get me an escort. I have a range rover that stays at the dealer. And I never get out of there for less than 1500 a pop. But of course i never learn my lesson, I'll probably replace it with another one. Hopefully they will get you up and running. Be patient. Stay sweet babe!
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| Jan 22, 2007 @ 2:46 PM |
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T_i_m
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Your car is equipped with a computer controlled engine management system. An independent auto service center can scan your computer for fault or error codes. The information should pinpoint the malfunctioning components.
It could be many things.
Maybe your battery is not batting.
Or perhaps your carburetor isn't carbing.
Even your pistons may not be. . .
pistoning.
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| Jan 23, 2007 @ 12:16 AM |
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sweet5red
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well silver evidently its some kinda of fuel Pressure regulator . its about a 40.00 part.. so i should get my car back tommorrow.. and UMM TIM my car is fuel injected.. NO carb LOL i do know that..ty.. Sweet N Louisiana
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| Jan 23, 2007 @ 12:27 AM |
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Silvertongue62
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That'll do it. 
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| Jan 23, 2007 @ 9:43 AM |
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zulamaze
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Red-- I can totally relate to your car problems.
My truck broke down (wheel bearings) 2 hours from home.
I had to leave it, the county sherriff had it towed. 
It cost me $240 to get it back. I had to pay towing cost
plus storage fees ($15 a day).  I had to leave it there for a week
becuase I live too far from there to go get it after I get off wrok.
That sux!
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