1997 Ford Explorer engine wont crank

1997 FORD EXPLORER
128,000 MILES • 6 CYL • 4WD • AUTOMATIC
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Battery is fully charged, When key is turned Dash lights dim, relay clicks but starter motor doesnt crank.
Sep 6, 2009 at 12:31 PM
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Load test the battery if okay -start checking the starter, starter relay, neutral safety switch and ignition switch.
Sep 6, 2009 at 4:41 PM
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seems that it is the red wire going to the starter itself. Trouble is its a 4 x4 and I can get at it. I dont have a ramp or Pit.

I wiggled the wire and it started, I suspect there is a short somewhere on it .
Sep 7, 2009 at 12:59 AM
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