My parents borrowed my wagon(2wd 3at) and it broke down on them. Apparently as they were driving on the highway it shook and then just died. No engine, no electrical. So they got it towed home and the tow truck driver said he thought it was the timing belt. Does a EA82 engine have a timing belt? Any way when they got it home I tried to jump it and the car tries to start but i get nothing from the engine. The starter and alternator make some noise but the engine doesn't turn at all. Any ideas what the problem is?
Ok, it seems that I just need to explain better. What happens is that when you turn the key the alternator starts to turn and all belts turn. The starter also clicks. But as far as I can tell the engine does not fire. It also makes a noise thats kinda wierd after you turn the key back to off, it sounds like an electric motor spinning. I took some video/sound so maybe that will help.
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