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An engine can lock up on a number of reasons but mainly due to mechanical failure for example if the Timing belt snaps... etc...
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What is engine lock up?
When the engine can no longer rotate.
Will a engine in a 2005 5.7 liter magnum lock up?
It could, any engine can "lock up" if not maintained properly.
Causes of engine lock up?
The most common cause of engine lockup is a lack of oil. Also, an engine overheating from lack of coolant can cause an engine to lock up.
Can the bearings in car ac make the engine lock up?
No, only the compressor will lock up.
Can your car engine or motor lock up from overheating?
Yes
How to unlock engine?
Depends on what caused the engine to lock up. Most of the time a locked up engine is very serious and will require disassembly.
Why would the engine lock up on a 94 Grand Marqui?
was there oil in it?
Will a bad crank sensor on a 1999 Saturn 1.9L lock up the motor?
Lock up, No but a bad crank sensor will prevent the engine from starting.
What would cause the dash lights to simultaneously turn on and the engine to lock up?
Major engine failure?
Why is oil such an important part of a car's engine?
the oil lubricates the engine parts, without it the engine would lock up and be ruined
Could a broke timing chain cause a engine to lock up?
Yes
Why would the kickstart lock on a dirt bike?
Your engine could be locked up from low oil, burnt up rings or just a blown up engine
