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Is the timing belt supposed to turn while trying to start the engine?
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Can an engine start if the timing is off?
If the timing is off by a few degrees the engine can start but will run rough. More than a few (depending on the engine) it will not start.
My mini chopper wont start up...What causes a 49.5cc 4 stroke engine to backfire when starting?
If your engine backfires when trying to start and the valve timing is correct, then it could be electronic ignition unit or the pick up that causes the spark to occur with wrong timing.
Your 1995 Renault espace has a whirring sound in the engine when trying to start fitted new battery but still fails to start?
my espace had similar fault - odd whirring noise but no engine turnover - problem was timing belt.
How do you set timing on 2C Turbo diesel engine?
To start timing on the 2C Turbo diesel engine, you will have to locate or distinguish camshaft timing marks.
Why does car not start after timing belt has slipped on vauxhall astra mk4?
If this engine is an interference engine it may have done damage to valve, piston, or head. Or the timing is off so far that the engine will not start. Install a new timing belt correctly and start the engine. You will then know if any damage was done.
Why does gas shoot up the carburetor when trying to start?
It sounds like the engine may have jumped time. Check the engine timing. Fuel splash back can ignite, so use caution.
What does the advance wire do for timing?
It retards the timing so the engine is easier to start. After it starts, it advances the timing back to an advanced position for best engine performance.
1996 Mercury Villager will not turn over after changing timing belt Is it safe to keep trying or should you take it to the shop?
Unless the issue is electrical I would stop trying to start it. If all the wires are snugged properly it should start. If the problem is in the timing belt installation you might bend a valve or otherwise damage the engine.
If the timing belt goes out on a 96 escort LX can it hurt the engine?
yes, if the timing belt breaks the pistons can hit the valves causeing the valves to bend, or causeing a hole in the piston(s) eather way the engine would need to be completely rebuilt. the same damage could be caused by trying to start the engine without the timing belt intact,
Your car backfires when trying to start?
Sounds like the timing is off.
Will the engine of an 87 BMW 325 with a broken timing belt start but does not stay on and immediately die?
It will not start with a broken timing belt
How do you set the timing on a 1990 Chevy Lumina?
Disconnect the plug going to the distributor that has two wores. Start the engine and set the timing to 0� (TDC). Stop the engine, reconnect the plug and the 'puter will handle the timing from there on.AnswerDisconnect the plug going to the distributor that has two wires. Start the engine and set the timing to 0� (TDC). Stop the engine, reconnect the plug and the 'puter will handle the timing from there on.
