Used cruise control for first time car shut down towed it home I turn the key and it just sounds like its spinning all fluids are ok

Asked by wwmotormama Aug 25, 2014 at 03:22 AM

Question type: Maintenance & Repair

Had some overheating problems but bled the system all seemed ok.It did red line 2xs but I blasted the heater & shut her down topped of the coolant bled it again. Driving home I used the cruise control for the first time and poof total shut down had to wait for a tow truck. My oils clear fluids are fine but it just sounds like the starters spinning when I try to start it. Some one said I overheated it to much and need to replace my motor I say BS any ideas

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BoholMark answered 9 years ago

1) What year make and model? 2) Is the starter turning the engine over? 3) Your friend may not be far off the mark.

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wwmotormama answered 9 years ago

2002 pt cruiser its not catching at all

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