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#173 of 188 Re: 98 ranger starting issues [freezejc73] by fosselfuel Jul 16, 2009 (8:24 am)
Replying to: freezejc73 (Jun 02, 2009 2:38 pm) Hi, I am experiencing the exact same problem with my '91 Ranger. I replaced the starter with a brand new one and it still wouldn't turn over. Just a loud click every time I turned the ignition key. I'm about to replace the starter relay because I'm guessing that's the problem, but I wanted to check and see how you resolved your starting issue - if at all. Thanks. Replies to this message: abunoon (Jul 16, 2009 9:01 am)
#174 of 188 ranger wont start by dims Jul 16, 2009 (8:28 am)
My 95 ranger 2wd extra cab w/ manual 4 cylinder wont start. first I thought I might have turned the key to far to acc. and left the ignition on over night & drained the battery. But that wasn't it. it bump starts fine and re-started for awhile then stopped altogehter. Tested battery "Good", Alternator "Good", Replaced 9 yr old starter.( for piece of mind), and fender wall mounted seleniod. Now instead of a weak clicking sound theres a strong knocking sound from my starter, But still no start... I also checked all my fuses.... I need help
#175 of 188 Re: 98 ranger starting issues [fosselfuel] by abunoon Jul 16, 2009 (9:01 am)
Replying to: fosselfuel (Jul 16, 2009 8:24 am) After sinking alot of money into parts thinking it was those, we realized the timing was off. Now it runs great. All i can say is the only money that was worth it was the $30.00 on a book on Rangers from the auto parts store.
#176 of 188 Re: 94 Ranger Starting Problems [warozz] by dirtyhands67 Jul 17, 2009 (8:23 pm)
Replying to: warozz (May 24, 2009 6:22 am) I have a '93 3.0 liter with similar trouble. I beleive the problem may lie in the power distribution box.possibly in the contacts for the relay or grounding. i'm going to try cleaning the contacts with contact cleaner and oxy-acetylene torch tip cleaners.i will let you know if this helps.   My truck is having intermittent fuel pump failure.I have swapped relays,changed fuel filter & fuel pump.Still having the same problem.If the problem is in the fuel pump relay contacts in the power distribution box then changing/swapping relays won't fix the trouble. The contacts may be dirty/corroded or become a loose fit.   I hope this works, it seems there are a lot of rangers with similar problems.   If any one knows or has any other ideas please reply. thanks
#177 of 188 Re: Ford Ranger Won't Start [mosleygh] by huntlu Jul 20, 2009 (10:14 am)
Replying to: mosleygh (Jan 13, 2007 3:55 pm) had the same problem with my 1994 replaced the fuel relays worked like a charm.
#178 of 188 starting problem 1998 ranger by rhsm Jul 30, 2009 (9:28 pm)
I keep blowing the fuse for the natural safety switch when starting. I have replaced the netuarl safety switch, starter &.ignition swicth. It will start a few times then the fuse will blow no matter what amp fuse I put in any ideas this a 1998 Ranger 4cyl with Manual tarnsmission With 233480 miles I also replaced the battery & starter relay
#179 of 188 97 Ranger won't start by pikeless Aug 05, 2009 (4:50 pm)
Truck began to start about half the time; other half only a click when key was turned. Replaced solenoid on fender wall and all was good for about 1-2 dozen starts. Then 1 turn of the key got the "click" response; after that another 10 or so good starts before total failure to start with only a click response. Replaced the replacement solenoid with no success. Jumping the solenoid yields the click but nothing else. Apparently there is sufficient charge in battery-lights etc are strong. What should I check/replace next? Thanks for your help. Replies to this message: bolivar (Aug 06, 2009 1:05 am)
#180 of 188 Re: 97 Ranger won't start [pikeless] by bolivar Aug 06, 2009 (1:05 am)
Replying to: pikeless (Aug 05, 2009 4:50 pm) If the battery is truly strong, the first thing I would check is the battery cables.   Both of them.   Connections on both ends.   Check for corrision inside the insulation.
#181 of 188 Thank you Bolivar-it started by pikeless Aug 06, 2009 (4:10 am)
Thanks for the advice Bolivar. I just checked the cables. I did not see any problem but I moved them to try to isolate them from any points of contact and it started a couple of times no problem. I hope this is not a red herring solution. Thanks again.
#182 of 188 Re: 91 ranger 4.0L not starting [adobesh] by adobesh Aug 06, 2009 (9:06 am)
Replying to: adobesh (Jul 08, 2009 3:00 pm) So i finally fixed my truck starting problem. After changing all of the electrical components(Starter, Starter relay, Ignition switch, Ignition tumbler, and Clutch safety switch), It ended up being a cracked firewall . I was told from the tranny shop that it is fairly common in the rangers ( whether thats true or not im not sure). When i pushed the clutch pedal in, it was forcing the firewall out and not reaching the safety point on the clutch safety switch. HA who woulda figured.

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