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Old Nov 14, 2003 | 08:48 PM
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My Dad has a 1991 Ranger w/manual trans and I think a 4 cylinder engine . The problem is that one minute it will turn over 2 or 3 times and not start then a little later it will fire right up and run perfectly . He's afraid to drive it cause it might leave him stranded . Any help from you guys so I try to fix it for him would be very thankful .


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Old Nov 15, 2003 | 09:51 AM
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Hi cody41,
Be sure to check into all the threads in this + other Forums for a resolution to your question.
It may be just a simple grounding problem.
Check all electrical contacts for rusty conditions.
I know that my '90 Ranger has plenty of of it (rust)!
 
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Old Nov 15, 2003 | 04:15 PM
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Try cycling the key on for 2 seconds, off on 2 seconds, off. do this 4 times then turn to start. If it fires right up check the fuel pressure. Might be a weak fuel pump.
 
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