I have a 1997 f-150 4.6L, auto, 4wd. I installed a 3" body lift, had the battery diconnected for about 2 days. Now when you try to crank it all you get is dash lights. Everything works fine just when you turn the key NOTHING. I can jump accross the solenoid and it starts perfect. I have replaced the solenoid, checked all the fuses under dash and hood, checked for proper shift cable adjustment on the neutral safety switch still nothing. Any help from anyone is much appreciated. Thanks

 

Check for your battery voltage at the small terminal on the starter relay when the key is turned to START. If it's missing, troubleshoot the circuit back to the ignition switch.

The relay is located under the plastic cover next to the battery (on the firewall. If that's what you're referring to as the "solenoid", then this is the ost likely problem.

Steve