1997 Ford Explorer not starting

1997 FORD EXPLORER
11,700 MILES • 6 CYL • 4WD • AUTOMATIC
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JACKSON2705
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I just purchased this Explorer within the last month. After leaving work around 12am, I tried to start my SUV with no success. I had power and it was trying to turn over, but never got close. Please advise next move.
Jan 1, 2010 at 7:32 PM
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RASMATAZ
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Do below:

Cranks and w/n start

Get a helper disconnect a sparkplug wire or 2 and ground it to the engine at least 3/16 away from ground -have helper crank engine over-do you have a snapping blue spark? If so-you have a fuel related problem, check the fuel pressure to rule out the fuel filter/fuel pump/pressure regulator and listen to the injector/s are they pulsing or hook up a noid light. No snapping blue spark continue to troubleshoot the ignition system-power input to the coil/coil packs,coil's resistances,distributor pick-up coil, ignition control module, cam and crank sensors and computer Note: If it doesn't apply disregard it
Jan 1, 2010 at 7:51 PM
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