engine died?

i have a mercedes 1985 190e the engine suddenly cut off while i was at a light and thereafter it just spins and spins i have checked the fuses none are blown i have not yet checked the relays is there a relay that assists in starting the car
rodney little bird, October 2005


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You said it is an 85. The first thing I would check is the timing belt/chain. If that is not the problem you need to determine if you are getting spark and fuel. Check these out and let me know from there

cholbach, October 2005
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