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There is a large bolt head in the center of the crankshaft pulley, if you can get a socket and rachet to fit on bolt( some cars don't allow alot of play room ), try to turn rachet in both directions. If the engine doesn't turn either way, chances are it is locked up and needs rebuilt or replaced.
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∙ 8y ago
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∙ 10y agoRemove all the spark plugs and then try to turn the engine over by placing a socket and ratchet on crankshaft bolt on the front of the engine and tuning it by hand. If you cannot turn it over by hand pour penetrating oil or a mixture of kerosene and ATF into each cylinder. Let this set for at least 24 hours. Turn the crankshaft slightly and then turn it back. Let it sit again overnight. To learn more about freeing a stuck engine click the link.
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No, only the compressor will lock up.
Can your car engine or motor lock up from overheating?
Yes
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the oil lubricates the engine parts, without it the engine would lock up and be ruined
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You should not drive a car that is running hot,because you can lock up the engine.
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Not very long at all. Without engine oil the engine will lock up and become unrepairable. You will have to purchase a new car of this happens.
What if a car runs without a coolant?
iIt will overheat and the engine will eventually lock up. The heat will do damage to the engine. How much is hard to say.
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.
My car engine lock how can I fix it?
If the cars engine is locked up you have a serious problem. Would need further diagnosing to determine what the next move should be.
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Idling too low or a bad lock-up torque converter solenoid.
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