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96 f 250 351 auto ...every now and then like maybe 9 times a month my truck wont start when i turn the key nothing its just dead.then the 2nd time i turn the key it starts.i dont know what the heck it is.the truck has a new battery the alternator and starter are older.what you think it could be?
Could be dirty/loose connections at battery, starter relay (on inner fender) or the starter. Or loose/dirty ground connections. Or the starter relay is on the way out or the starter itself is defective or the ign./start switch (under the dash) needs adjusted. Hope this helps. Could also be defective neutral safety switch.
Last edited by Lazy K; Jan 28, 2009 at 02:39 PM.
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Could be dirty/loose connections at battery, starter relay (on inner fender) or the starter. Or loose/dirty ground connections. Or the starter relay is on the way out or the starter itself is defective or the ign./start switch (under the dash) needs adjusted. Hope this helps. Could also be defective neutral safety switch.
Hit it on the head! Does anything have power? Most likely you battery cables if not.