The truck will crank but will not start. There is no spark. I have power at coils but no spark. Replaced the crank sensor wires coil and plugs.
Aug 12, 2018 at 9:41 AM
The truck will crank but will not start. There is no spark?
1997 FORD RANGER
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Hello,
This sounds like the PCM relay is not working. Here is a guide to help you test it and the location of the relay #4. Also, I found the engine wiring diagrams so you can see how the system works.
https://www.2carpros.com/articles/how-to-check-an-electrical-relay-and-wiring-control-circuit
When you turn the key to the on position without cranking the engine over can you hear the fuel pump run in the tank for 5 seconds?
https://www.2carpros.com/articles/car-cranks-but-wont-start
Please run down this guide and report back. Check out the diagrams (below). Please run this test and get back to us.
This sounds like the PCM relay is not working. Here is a guide to help you test it and the location of the relay #4. Also, I found the engine wiring diagrams so you can see how the system works.
https://www.2carpros.com/articles/how-to-check-an-electrical-relay-and-wiring-control-circuit
When you turn the key to the on position without cranking the engine over can you hear the fuel pump run in the tank for 5 seconds?
https://www.2carpros.com/articles/car-cranks-but-wont-start
Please run down this guide and report back. Check out the diagrams (below). Please run this test and get back to us.
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Jul 1, 2021 at 1:11 PM
PCM was shorting when it was damp out. Put in new PCM cars fine now. Thank you
Jul 1, 2021 at 1:11 PM
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Glad you could get it fixed, that kind of problem can be tough. Please use 2CarPros anytime we are here to help.
Cheers, Ken
Cheers, Ken
Jul 1, 2021 at 1:11 PM
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