read DMs/my profile login | join CAFords | search | faq |

» Northern California Ford Owners     » Automotive   » Tech Talk   » 1989 Mustang lx 2.3 cranks but won't start

Email this post to someone!

Author Topic: 1989 Mustang lx 2.3 cranks but won't start BayAreaNotch New Member Member # 12248 posted                              Just bought an 89 notchback 2.3. Tried turning it on but seemed like the starter would drag so I changed it out. Now it cranks but still wont start. Almost sounds like it does not have gas. I dont think the kill switch in the trunk has anything to do with it because when I turn the key I can hear the pump engage. Distrubutor cap looks new and so does the alternator. I put 3 gallons of gas and still does not turn on. Any help would be appriciated. Posts: 4 | From: Vallejo | Registered: Aug 2012  |  : Martinna ¯ Member # 12493 posted                           To make fire you need gas, air and a spark. Take out a plug and see if it smells like gas. Ground the body of the plug and see if it sparks. If you have gas air and spark, and the engine still doesn't start, it's probably a timing issue. Posts: 1093 | From: City | Registered: Oct 2012  |  :

Printer friendly view of this Ford topic

Hop To: Select a Forum: Category: Automotive -------------------- Tech Talk Drag Racing Road Racing, Auto X & Drifting Events/Shows/Cruises General Talk Street Racing Category: Commerce -------------------- FOR(D) SALE: non-automotive classifieds Vendor's FOR SALE Section

Questions/Requests/Suggestions? email CAFords



Fueled by Ford Mustang Owners
on CaliforniaFords.com