engine cranks but will not turn/start?

Question

what is going on its cranking but its not even attempting to turn over. i changed all filters and bled and cleaned the system of air and debris(if there were any)

the starter is cranking and turning the fan belt but could it be a starter problem?

like our old engines would attempt to turn then fail, then works the next time. but this one just cranks, no turning at all.

im usually pretty good but im just out of it and kind of confused. this is frustrating me a bit so any help or advice will do.

Answer 1

First try resetting the emergency fuel pump shut down switch that's often located somewhere in the trunk of your car. It's designed to turn the fuel pump off if you get in an accident, but it often trips if the car gets bumped etc. Check your owner's manual for its location.
Next, check for spark using the spark tester shown below in the web link.
Finally, check for fuel pressure with a gauge hooked to your fuel rail schrader valve (looks like a tire valve with the same type of black screw on cap).
If the engine seems to be cranking faster than usual, your timing belt has broken.

Answer 2

sounds like you are lacking spark or fuel. i would start by checking for fire. pull the plug wire, put another spark plug in it (if you have one around) or just pull the plug too. place the sparkplug on the frame (attached to plugwire) and turn it over. You should see spark. If you have a good white or blue spark, then it is likely a fuel problem. If no spark, then check another wire. if still no spark, you either have a bad coil or the 12V hot wire is not plugged in. (ps. also check the ignition fuses) if none of the above, potentially is a timing issue. (belt/chain broken or stretched)

Answer 3

what do me mean cranking? like you can hear the starting or the engine is turning but wont start. starter could be junk or the engine could be locked or you just might not have enough power in the battery to turn it over

Answer 4

Are the gears of the starter appealing with the flywheel? turn the engine by using hand and take a inspect commencing returned. If it nevertheless won't work together, take the starter off and seem for broken enamel, lacking kit or non-extending shaft (try starter off engine). would desire to easily desire a sparkling starter or worst case a sparkling fly wheel.

Answer 5

Check your alternator. Our car started like that then died completely. You can get a battery charger with an alternator tester on it. Try it out.

Answer 6

broken timing belt or chain? What is the year make and model of the car

Answer 7

Need to know what make,year,and model of car you have and what engine it has in it. Hard to answer without that info.

Answer 8

Fuel.
Spark.
Compression.

You need all three.