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Re: 97 no start
I assume you have checked all your fuses. First, check for spark at the plugs. It may be easier to see spark if it is dark out. If you have spark at the plugs, move back to the distributor, then the coil from there. If you have spark, you should see if the crank is turning the timing belt. To do this, remove the distributor and watch the rotor to see if it spins while you crank. If the timing belt is broken, it won't turn, however, if it has only slipped a tooth, it will turn. So if the rotor turns,pout the distributor cap back on. Get out your torx wrench and loosen off the bolts that hold the distributor. Advance the timing to see if that does the trick. If it does, then the timing belt has slipped, you will need to replace.
Without more info, it is hard to diagnose. When you try starting, do you have cranking, but no firing? Or does it kind of want to fire, but doesn't. How much juice in the battery? If it cranks ok, then you are probably ok there. Were there any weird signs before this happened? Strange noises, engine light on, or low power for the electrical accesories.
Good luck,
Jai
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96 3 cylinder Geo Metro (currently being rebuilt)
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