Malcolm Osborne wrote:
> 156 2.0TS - driving along, revs go up briefly, then engine dies. Turning
> ignition key causes starter motor to go `whirr', but no effect on engine.

As in the engine is not turning, or it won't start?

> Doesn't sound like cambelt - that would be more dramatic?
>

I would expect much more drama, yes.

> Any suggestions on root cause, before car is towed to agent? Was due to go
> there in near future for service, inc cambelt change.
>

Could be (perhaps) lots of things, particularly at that kind of age.
When was the last cambelt service?

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