Engine cranks but does not start

Tiny
VANDIVER
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  • 1997 FORD E-SERIES VAN
  • 4.2L
  • 6 CYL
  • AUTOMATIC
  • 250,000 MILES
Alright, so I have a situation. I have a crank no start issue that's been making me pull my hair out. I've replaced the spark plugs, spark plug wires, ignition coil, and the starter. The battery reads fine, and so does the alternator. The ignition switch also seems fine. I've checked the fuel shut off switch and it hasn't been triggered. I've also checked all fuses and relays.
I don't know where to go from here.
Please help.
Tuesday, February 22nd, 2022 AT 9:36 AM

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Tiny
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Hello,

Generally speaking, an engine will need spark, fuel, and compression to start.
You have mentioned that the spark plug, wires, and coils were replaced. Have you checked to see if you are getting spark to the plugs?
Can you hear the fuel pump come on when the key is in the on position?

One thing you can try is to spray starting fluid into the intake and see if that makes the engine start. If it does start, then stalls after a little bit then the issue is fuel.

Take a look at this guide, it covers the common crank no start issues:

https://www.2carpros.com/articles/car-not-running-advanced

Go through this and let me know what you find or if you have any questions.
Thank you
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Tuesday, February 22nd, 2022 AT 9:57 AM

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