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1995 Ford Explorer No power, wont start!!!

210,000 MILES • 4 CYL • 4WD • AUTOMATIC
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KSAYLOR09
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I can't get my explorer to start, it's not getting any power. It's not the starter, I had that checked, what else could it be??
Nov 2, 2009 at 3:14 AM
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RASMATAZ
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Double check battery and connections

Inspect and test all the fusible links and also the ignition switch
Nov 2, 2009 at 3:58 AM
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DEMENTIA
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Check the battery? You're not getting any power (no radio, lights, etc)? Does it make a clicking sound when you try to turn the engine over?
Nov 2, 2009 at 5:39 AM
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KSAYLOR09
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[quote:4345077e04="rasmataz"]Double check battery and connections

Inspect and test all the fusible links and also the ignition switch[/quote:4345077e04]

I checked, and double checked the connections, everything looks fine. The battery is charged, took it in and had it done. there is power going from the battery to the relay switch, i get a spark when I touch a screwdriver to both connections on it but I still have no lights, no power of anykind getting past the battery and relay switch. There is no clicking or noise of anykind when I try to turn it over. Ive called mechanics, gone to part stores, researched online...everything. I dont have the chilton and i have to special order it which takes 2 weeks, so I am at a complete loss, no one knows what else it could be. I cant find a break anywhere, but there is no power getting to anything, and I cant for the life of me figure out why. it worked great friday night got it home parked it and satrday morning it wouldnt do anything.
Nov 2, 2009 at 8:52 AM
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RASMATAZ
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When the fusible link or links blows no power will go anywhere -
Nov 2, 2009 at 8:54 AM
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KSAYLOR09
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[quote:24f5a11374="rasmataz"]When the fusible link or links blows no power will go anywhere -[/quote:24f5a11374]

How can i test and repair that? I don't have much elec. experience.
Nov 2, 2009 at 9:02 AM
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RASMATAZ
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You need to bring it in things can get worst if tested improperly in your case lacking electrical experience-
Nov 2, 2009 at 9:20 AM
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KSAYLOR09
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[quote:d57f4ce06b="rasmataz"]You need to bring it in things can get worst if tested improperly in your case lacking electrical experience-[/quote:d57f4ce06b]

Thanks, i was hoping i could do it myself since money is tight. Can you tell me what could have possibly caused it?
Nov 2, 2009 at 10:25 AM
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RASMATAZ
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Reverse polarity at the battery cables -okay cheap tool called test lite get one and comeback and I'll attempt to walk you thru-
Nov 2, 2009 at 10:28 AM
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KSAYLOR09
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[quote:404faffe3e="rasmataz"]Reverse polarity at the battery cables -okay cheap tool called test lite get one and comeback and I'll attempt to walk you thru-[/quote:404faffe3e]

Thanks I'll see if i can grab one tonight or in the morning. I appreciate it.
Nov 2, 2009 at 10:44 AM
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