Why 93 shadow turbo 4 cyc stopped running suddenly -replaced computer - fuel pump now working -crank shaft spinning while turning it over but not cam or distrib -maybe and why sheared and dead comp?

Answer 1

I just ran across the same problem. My 94 Dodge Shadow just quit while I was on the expressway. It was as if you just turned off the key. The problem we have found was that the timing belt had jumped time and the valves were not opening at the appropriate time, therefore losing compression. If you take off the No.#1 Spark plug and have someone put there hand over the hole and then turn the motor over a couple of times, thr compression should blow your hand off the spark plug hole. If it does not, then you probably have had your timing belt jump time. This is true to the first answer, however it is sometimes hard to determine up or downstroke on the #1 piston, They both have some compression. Let me tell you a cheap inexpensive way I have done with many cars like this. This one in particular. You already know the timing is off, so Go to your local library instead of buying a book, They usually keep chilton and other manuals on hand. Print off the pages you need for this. (Usually 10 cents) Buy the belt and go home, jack vehichle up remove right wheel and align the sprockets. Put the belt on and you are in business for what would be a 300.00 job for about 45 dollars..On these engines you don't have to worry about being off 180 degrees as well as the 3.0 v-6.. The whole story here is get the info for free.. The cam belt is broke. It must be replaced every 60,000 miles. My turbo had a cam shaft break in half.