1994 Ford Explorer intermittent starting failure

1994 FORD EXPLORER
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1994 Ford Explorer 6 cyl Four Wheel Drive Automatic 200k miles

V. intermittently my 94 explorer fails to start, even tho' it cranks over fine. Also, it may start, but either dies within a few seconds or idles v. rough for a few seconds, then no way will it start, except if I wait at least a few hours. This happens either hot or cold, winter or summer, and v. intermittently(every few months or so). Maintenance is up to date, and no other problems seem to exist, and no codes show up. Thanks in advance for any ideas. Driving my mechanic and I crazy.
Sep 26, 2010 at 6:08 PM
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Check for security light ,check engine light what on and what's not ,with key on and when cranking


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An intermittent no crank or no start condition may be caused by the anti-theft module. A new anti-theft module featuring additional diagnostic capabilities is now available for service. It has the ability to diagnose shorts in the door disarm circuit and the trunk lock cylinder circuit.
Sep 26, 2010 at 11:31 PM
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Thanx much BMRFIXIT! May I ask where and what is the anti-theft module? Not sure I even have one. Also, dash lights are normal with key on, ck. engine light off if running, and can always hear fuel pump kick on w/ ignition switch on.
Sep 27, 2010 at 7:49 AM
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If have Anti-Theft Control Module (Explorer)its located On left rear quarter panel.

When it fail to start take a notice of your lights if check engine light on with key on and if it goes out during cranking and no start
Sep 27, 2010 at 10:37 AM
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