Intermittent starting problem
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Intermittent starting problem
I have an 87 Ranger 4X4 with a 2.9 and 5 speed. This has happened twice over the past month. I will have driven the truck during the day and it will have run perfectly. Jump in it later that evening and it will turn over fine but not even a splutter. Last night I noticed that I wasn't getting the whirrr from the fuel pump prior to engaging the starter. I also hooked up a timing liget to it to ascertain that I was getting spark and I was. I waited a few hours and went out to try it again. Turned the key to the on position and heard the fuel pump...truck started no problem. My question is, should I just go ahead and change the pump mounted along the frame or is there a relay someplace that might be the culprit. If so, where would that be located. Any help is appreciated.
Regards,
Steve G
Cold Lake Alberta
Regards,
Steve G
Cold Lake Alberta
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Hi steve62,
You may not believe this, but don't ignore it either!
Had this same problem in my wifes CJ Jeep <(mostly Ford built!), but it is related!
Check your key-start ignition switch mechanism!
After a while the push-pull rod that goes from the key lock cylinder to the terminal starting block bends and causes intermittant contact or it may simply be worn out (she is an '87)!
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‘90 Ranger XLT: 2.3L, EEC-IV, EFI, DIS, 2wd, Mazda 5sp
You may not believe this, but don't ignore it either!
Had this same problem in my wifes CJ Jeep <(mostly Ford built!), but it is related!
Check your key-start ignition switch mechanism!
After a while the push-pull rod that goes from the key lock cylinder to the terminal starting block bends and causes intermittant contact or it may simply be worn out (she is an '87)!
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‘90 Ranger XLT: 2.3L, EEC-IV, EFI, DIS, 2wd, Mazda 5sp
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Hmmmm, yup I could see how that could be a problem. Thing is, everything else works with the electrical system with the key on. Is there a seperate connection for the fuel pump(s) aside from all the other electrical components/systems that are activated when the ignition switch is in the on position?
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