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Out of ideas
My 2002 Ford ranger 4.0L has a crank no start. I got 50 psi at fuel rail. I got spark from plugs. Changed crank sensor. Cam sensor is good. It will start when I spray starter fluid. But will not start on its own. Does anyone know any idea what's goin on or what's the next step I should take. Thanks
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Is it throwing out any codes?
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Nope. No codes
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Is every fuel injector nozzle clogged?
Did you see if the 12 volt "daisy chain" is energized? Each injector is powered by a common hot. They're grounded when the time comes to spritz. |
Well when I shoot it with starting fluid it fires up and runs like it should until the starting fluid runs out. So I assumed they were all firing. I did check the hot wire on the injectors and they were good.
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Originally Posted by RobRich1976
(Post 2232576)
Well when I shoot it with starting fluid it fires up and runs like it should until the starting fluid runs out..
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Well here is an up date . I changed the coolant temperature sensor cause I was told that can make a crank no start but......that didn't fix my.problem either. Can anyone plz help me??
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That vehicle has PATS.
Are you using a correct (chipped for your vehicle) key? Make sure the "anti-theft light" illuminates when you turn the system ON. You may have a light, but the bulb may be blown. Even with gasoline sprayed into the cylinders, you need compression to fire an engine. Check each cylinder's compression. Remove all sparky-poos and shove a compression tester into each cylinder and crank the engine. Get a helper if your particular gauge won't stay in the spark plug hole. Top compression is 150-160 psi. Each cylinder might need 4-6 pulses to reach maximum. Pulse each cylinder the same number of times. Wright down your findings. Cylinder layout below. 3 6 2 5 (Driver's side) 1 4 Front of engine |
I am using the same key that I've always used. But I did notice that sometimes when I go to try to start it. The theft light would be blinking rapidly. But I can turn ignition back and forth a few times and then the light would come on and go off Like it is supposed to.
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Maybe your antenna ring is failing?
Also, is there a lot of bling (junk toys) on your key ring? That is a known source of interference. |
Originally Posted by Georgeandkira
(Post 2232636)
Maybe your antenna ring is failing?
Also, is there a lot of bling (junk toys) on your key ring? That is a known source of interference. |
No sir I just use the key by it's self.
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A known good (used by you) key, good. Check the antenna ring now.
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Is there a specific way to test the ring. All I know is that it's supposed to read the chip in the key. So how can I test to see if it's actually reading it??
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I meant to mention...I saw a video. Some specific ohm measurement? Check for frayed / dry wires?
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I know this is 3 weeks old, but did you check to see if the fuel pump safety swith needs reset? Passenger side front, just above carpet line. Push the button on top. I hit mine vacuuming one day and it wouldn't start. Had it towed home and finally found the switch.
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