98 Ranger Won't Start

[ktcarter]

I have a 98 Ranger with 4.0 engine that has approximately 75,000 miles on it. Runs great. Every so often it won't start. It could be a couple of days or even weeks before acting up again. Turns over fine, just won't kick off. Sometimes you can come back to it a few hours later and it starts and runs fine. The other day it had to sit over night before it would start. Naturally it runs fine when I take it to the shop. They say to bring it back when it does it again. Unfortunately, if it won't start, I can't take it back. HELP!!

[splashiod]

could be anything. next time it won't start check to see if it's getting gas & if it's getting spark, once you know those 2 things it will help to see what direction to go.good luck!

[RANGERRAMPAGE]

I Am Having The Exact Same Problem With My 95. It Seams To Happen When It Is A Little Bit Warm Outside . IT Is So Sporadic It Makes It Hard To Pinpoint So If Anyone Has Any Ideas YESTERDAY IT WOULD NOT START BUT THIS MORING WHEN IT WAS 60 DEG IT FIRED UP FINE??

[michelq]

it could be bad EEC relay in under hood fuse box. try it

[ktcarter]

Can you describe what the EEC looks like?

Thanks for your help.

[vanshoot]

Originally Posted by ktcarter

I have a 98 Ranger with 4.0 engine that has approximately 75,000 miles on it. Runs great. Every so often it won't start. It could be a couple of days or even weeks before acting up again. Turns over fine, just won't kick off. Sometimes you can come back to it a few hours later and it starts and runs fine. The other day it had to sit over night before it would start. Naturally it runs fine when I take it to the shop. They say to bring it back when it does it again. Unfortunately, if it won't start, I can't take it back. HELP!!

You need a new starter solenoid!!! Its mounted on the passenger side inside fender. I have the same problem and it was solved. cost is about $25-$30.

[chaser29]

new starter solenoid, would have to agree. Check all fuses, batery connections, battery as well.

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[ONDRIZZLE]

I Got A 93 Splash And It Was Doing The Same Thing. I Had It Towed To The Ford Dealer And After 3 Days They Still Couldnt Figure It Out. I Changed The Fuel Pump Relay And The Eec Relay And She's Been Run Strong Ever Since. The Relays Ran $10 Bucks. Cheaper Than The Tow To The Dealer. Good Luck.

[vanshoot]

You may want to try replacing the "Map Sensor" if all else fails.

[ktcarter]

The the engine turns over fine. It just won't start.

[Bulldog Brewer]

I had a similar problem and changing the fuel pressure regulator worked for me. Good luck!