2000 Vauxhall Vectra engine cut out and now won't even turn

2000 VAUXHALL VECTRA
90,000 MILES • 6 CYL • 2WD • MANUAL
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HELPAJSCAR
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Yesterday there was a noise then engine sounded different rougher then cut out then came to a stop no steering or brakes very scary!
Then wouldn't restart. All warning lights come on but doesn't even turn over. It still won't restart it simply makes a whining sound. What could possibly be wrong with this machine please anyone?
Nov 21, 2009 at 4:18 PM
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RASMATAZ
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Check if its fuel or spark problem Do below

Get a helper disconnect a sparkplug wire or 2 and ground it to the engine -have helper crank engine over-do you have a snapping blue spark? If so-you have a fuel related problem, check the fuel pressure to rule out the fuel filter/fuel pump/pressure regulator and listen to the injector/s are they pulsing or hook up a noid light. No snapping blue spark continue to troubleshoot the ignition system-power input to the coil/coil packs,coil's resistances,distributor pick-up coil, ignition control module, cam and crank sensors and computer Note: If it doesn't apply disregard it
Nov 21, 2009 at 4:28 PM
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DAVE H
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also check the Timing/Cam belt is still intact/not damaged .. a common fault on this vehicle !!
Nov 23, 2009 at 5:59 AM
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