Crank but doesn't start
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Asked by 95vwjetta Jan 04, 2013 at 07:53 PM about the 1994 Volkswagen Jetta GL

Question type: Maintenance & Repair

94 jetta cranks but won't start, getting no fire to spark plugs. any suggestions please.

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Michael answered 11 years ago

Start at the plugs and work your way back. Check the distributor cap and rotor, and that the distributor is turning. Then check your crank sensor. Check and ignition related fuses and relays.

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