car wont start

1994 SUBARU IMPREZA
150,000 MILES • 4 CYL • FWD • AUTOMATIC
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GCSEN
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what happens when you get air back up??
Nov 30, 2010 at 6:37 PM
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KHLOW2008
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Sorry I can understand your question. Can you provide more details?
Nov 30, 2010 at 6:47 PM
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GCSEN
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well i try to start it and it doesnt start and instead of sucking air through the intake its actually blowing air out that smells like gas
Nov 30, 2010 at 6:53 PM
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Smptoms indicates fuel is getting to the cylinders but they are not igniting.

Did you check for sparks at the plugs?
Was any repairs carried prior to this occurring?

Nov 30, 2010 at 7:04 PM
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GCSEN
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i changed the spark plugs and im having spark. i also saw the gas flow through. and no i havent had any repairs prior to this. i just changed my alternator.
Nov 30, 2010 at 7:35 PM
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Have the ignition timing checked. If it is too advanced or retarded, it can cause backfiring.
Nov 30, 2010 at 7:43 PM
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GCSEN
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ok thank you very much
Dec 1, 2010 at 6:59 PM
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Btw, ensure the spark plug wires are connected correctly. Putting them on the wrong cylinder can cause non starting and backfiring.
Dec 2, 2010 at 12:06 PM