1991 Ford Escort Lots of things

1991 FORD ESCORT
230,000 MILES • 4 CYL • 2WD • MANUAL
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SPIKE568
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Not sure whether it is Engine or Coolant problem, maybe both. Engine starting making noises,sounding like a diesel. Check coolant light came on, went for an oil change and told them to check coolant, they filled it up. They said there was a small oil leak. Engine started overheating. Now car won't even start, I charge the battery and it starts but I turn the car off and it won't start again. Not sure what the problem is or if there are several problems there.
Feb 15, 2009 at 3:09 PM
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BMRFIXIT
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When you say not starting ,does it crank but will not start ?
check battery terminals ,check starter ,if start and all OK
remove spark plugs and check if its crank
let me know
Feb 15, 2009 at 9:12 PM
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SPIKE568
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It doesn't crank, it does nothing, no sound, nothing.
Feb 15, 2009 at 9:25 PM
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BMRFIXIT
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No power at all ,when key on (check battery terminals make sure its clean and tight )
make sure battery fully charged

if power ok it just will not crank
check starter and clutch switch (located at top of the clutch paddle )
Feb 15, 2009 at 9:39 PM