1993 Ford Aerostar Sluggish Crank No Start Fix

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RAMSXX
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[/b] i have a 1993 ford aerostar van,130k miles.runs good.but a few days ago wouldnt crank,before thant 3 days before cranking was sluggish,like a weak battery.i thought was due to sudden cold weather.cleaned battery post,got corrossion off.was given a jump 3 times.still goes click auto parts store checked batt with a load,said batts okay.i notice batt terminal can be moved(slides0 yet is tight.solonoid on wall kicks in good.so with the 3 days of sluggishness,thought was batt(corrosion loose terminals0.but everyonessays is starter..any clues,thanks ken in myrtle beach. mar 2nd
Mar 1, 2006 at 5:52 PM
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PEPPERMRJ
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If you can try a known good battery. If it is old save yourself some future headache and replace it, even if it does not fix this issue.
The cables can be corroded inside the insulation causing a voltage drop. Check them for green stuff.
Starter could be tired. Most parts houses can check that also.

Good luck and let us know. :)
Mar 3, 2006 at 10:07 AM
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thanks pepper.well its friday and took van to garage down the street and it was the starter..also after starter was put in,tried to crank and was a lil sluggish..mechanic replaced the loose teminals and then cranks fine.thnks for the help,ken n myrtle beach~sc
Mar 3, 2006 at 10:13 AM
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Thanxs for the update. Glad it is up and running.
Happy motoring. :)
Mar 3, 2006 at 10:16 AM
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Suggested Repair

Replace the worn starter and the loose battery terminals. If cranking is still sluggish, test the battery and inspect the cables for internal corrosion and voltage drop.

Conversation Summary

A 1993 Ford Aerostar with 130,000 miles cranked sluggishly for several days, then only clicked and would not start. The battery passed a load test, the terminals were loose, and the solenoid engaged. An expert suggested trying a known-good battery, checking cables for hidden corrosion, and testing the starter. A shop replaced the starter and the loose terminals, after which the van cranked normally.

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