1994 Ford Aerostar intermittent starting

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RDSENTERPRISES
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Electrical problem
1994 Ford Aerostar Two Wheel Drive

Sometimes when I try to start my van, all of my dash and interior lights fade out along with my alarms and I loose the memory of my aftermarket radio. If I wait a couple of miniutes I hear a relay kick in and all of my lamps come back. Is there a relay that needs replaced or is it part of the starter. Acts like battery dead but hood lamp is on when this occures.
Nov 23, 2008 at 12:05 PM
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JACOBANDNICKOLAS
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Hi:
It sounds like a ground problem. Make sure the battery terminals are clean and tight and check the grounds (from the battery) on the engine and body.

Let me know what you find.

Joe
Nov 25, 2008 at 2:31 PM
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