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2000 Ford Escort ZX2 70,000 miles
I parked my car last night in which it appeared to be running fine. I tried to start it this morning and it just turns over.
Here is what I have done so far:
1. Check for spark by grounding a spark plug on the core support while turning the ignition. Result: It's getting spark
2. Checked the fuel line. I disconnected the hose above the fuel filter, turned the ignition, and gas came out. It only shot about a foot high, which I don't know if thats decent pressure or not. I went ahead and changed the fuel filter while I was at it.
3. Looked at the timing belt. The had it replaced last year. The belt and teeth still look like it is in great condition. I want to rule out the possibility that it jumped. Turning over the engine does sound like it did when the timing was out before.
4. The service engine light was not on prior to today. I'm not sure if a any codes are in the computer to check out.
Any other ideas of what could kill the engine so quick? I am curious about the small round chrome object between the fuel filter and the fuel injectors. Is it another filter of some sorts? Is there anything I need to check on the fuel injectors itself?
Any thoughts or ideas welcome.
Thanks
I parked my car last night in which it appeared to be running fine. I tried to start it this morning and it just turns over.
Here is what I have done so far:
1. Check for spark by grounding a spark plug on the core support while turning the ignition. Result: It's getting spark
2. Checked the fuel line. I disconnected the hose above the fuel filter, turned the ignition, and gas came out. It only shot about a foot high, which I don't know if thats decent pressure or not. I went ahead and changed the fuel filter while I was at it.
3. Looked at the timing belt. The had it replaced last year. The belt and teeth still look like it is in great condition. I want to rule out the possibility that it jumped. Turning over the engine does sound like it did when the timing was out before.
4. The service engine light was not on prior to today. I'm not sure if a any codes are in the computer to check out.
Any other ideas of what could kill the engine so quick? I am curious about the small round chrome object between the fuel filter and the fuel injectors. Is it another filter of some sorts? Is there anything I need to check on the fuel injectors itself?
Any thoughts or ideas welcome.
Thanks