Author Topic: Can't get 'er started (Read 4713 times)

ibmserf · « **on:** June 20, 2006, 05:38:03 pm »

In need of help! Yesterday morning I started my car- but it seemed to be stuttering a little (the rpm's were jumping a little- usually happens if the advance is not out all the way). I pushed in the advance (in hopes of pulling it back out again) and the rpm's dropped really low and the car stalled. When I tried to start the car again...it just wouldn't fire back up. It was turning over, but just wouldn't fire. Now it's having trouble even turning over (with a boost from my friend as the battery ran out of juice). When I try to start it, I notice that the timing belt will not move. The belt seems to still be on ok...and I don't suspect that the crank gear has been sheared. Any help is much appreciated. I hate taking the TTC!

ibmserf · « **Reply #1 on:** June 20, 2006, 05:46:27 pm »

guess i should have stated i have a 1995 1.9L

QuickTD · « **Reply #2 on:** June 20, 2006, 06:23:08 pm »

The crank pulley key has sheared, very common problem with the 1.9TD. Do a search on "AAZ crank pulley" or "1.9TD crank pulley". You'll find lots of info.

coke · « **Reply #3 on:** June 20, 2006, 07:20:19 pm »

Good chance you might have some bent valves too.

QuickTD · « **Reply #4 on:** June 20, 2006, 07:25:08 pm »

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Good chance you might have some bent valves too.

I would put the probability of bent valves at a solid 100% if the cam isn't turning at all...

ibmserf · « **Reply #5 on:** June 20, 2006, 09:17:13 pm »

Where should I look for replacement parts? And what will I need to replace? Just bought the car 2 months back...and although I was aware of this common problem, thought I'd have a bit more time than this. Thanks for your thoughts! Always appreciated

QuickTD · « **Reply #6 on:** June 21, 2006, 06:52:45 am »

Without a location in your profile I can't really suggest where to shop for parts, you could be anywhere...

You'll need a crankshaft (or get yours repaired) a crankshaft timing pulley, some valves/lifters, gaskets crank seals, head bolts, rod and main bolts and lower end bearings.

ibmserf · « **Reply #7 on:** June 21, 2006, 06:57:02 am »

Sorry, I'm in Toronto during the week and St. Catharines on the weekend.