Car won't start!!!

Question by sross Reward: 25 Pond Points + 10 Knowledge Tokens Status: Pending a resolution
I have a '99 Ford Contour SVT , approx 144k miles....car will not start as it had been.... and if I do get it going, I have to keep the rpms above 5 so it will not stall. I have no automotive expertise here, but I do need a working vehicle... posible problems that have been suggested... fuel injectors?, vacuum system? water in distributor? water in gas tank? Engine light came on about a couple of weeks ago, but everything has been running fine and I had no problems until yesterday. Doesn't need an oil change for another 3000 miles either...any suggestions would be GREATLY appreaciated.... what things should I check first and obviously that is not going to cost an arm and a leg to get fixed..



Reply from shdwkpr619 User Rating:  100 Knowledge Tokens
Most likely a vaccuum leak. Look for rotten or broken vacuum lines. Have check engine light checked, may tell you where leak is.
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Comment from swiese242 User Rating:  120 Knowledge Tokens
i have a chevy 94 royalty conversion van that won't start either. 156k rebuilt engine @ 150k Every winter it does this, and goes down to clicks. Now it won't even start with a jump. We have had the battery, fuel pump, starter, and lines flushed. help.


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