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Old Mar 4, 2009 | 08:42 PM
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I went out today to try to start, and the same thing happened, although it seemed to want to run as long as the starter was cranking. Before I started, I check the HPOP reservoir and it was about 3/4 below the top, the batts were at 12.5 volts. I turned on the key, and checked by GPR and it clicked over and I had about 11.5 volts on both terminals, I heard it click off after about a minute or so. Tried to start it, but it ran and died as soon as I let go of the key. I posted some pics to my album (and other post) on what some parts are https://www.ford-trucks.com/forums/8...ml#post7221522. The pshhh sound seems to be coming from under / near the driver side battery and sounds more like a motor starting (when not in the cab).
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Old Mar 4, 2009 | 10:22 PM
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Check fuel filter if you have fuel there when you cranking.First picture i think is IPR.
 
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Old Mar 5, 2009 | 07:37 AM
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I have drained it a few times (a little) using the valve, and it has refilled each time. I can hear the fuel pump running.
 
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Old Mar 9, 2009 | 12:53 PM
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Well the problem was a worn electrical problem at the IPR solenoid connection. I replaced that, and it started right up. No problems this weekend at all. I plan on cleaning the engine compartment well, and make sure I do not have any more worn connections.
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Old Mar 9, 2009 | 01:02 PM
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Good deal, a bad wire can be a pain it find.
 
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Originally Posted by 89BlackBeauty
When I turn the key, and wait a few seconds there is a psshhhhh sound - like a fart, that comes from the engine compartment (so its not me),

I can't believe nobody else even commented on this!
 
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