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    98 ford ranger no start

    So I was driving the other day and the engine just cut off. The lights, radio and all the electrical in the cab all stayed on. Tried to jump it and that didnt work so I towed it home. Checked the battery and alternator both were good. Checked to make sure the motor wasnt seized up and its not. Replaced the spark plugs and wires (pretty sure the old ones were the originals on a 200,000 mile truck). Checked to make sure I was getting spark to the plugs and I am. Then I went to fuel. Checked the fuel pressure and it was really low around 15psi. I replaced the fuel filter. Was still getting low pressure so I checked the fuel pump. Turns out it running weak so I replaced it. Pressure is now up at 65psi when the key is turned. Spec is 56-72psi So I have both spark and fuel at the engine but it still wont start. any ideas on what it could be?

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    When you say it won't start, I'm assuming it turns over but won't run? I'm confused by you checking to see if it's seized.

    If it turns over, are you sure the injectors are firing? Spray starting fluid through the throttle body and see if it fires.

    What motor?
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    yeah that is what i meant. it turns over but wont run.

    its a 2.5L 4 cylinder

    I will try the starting fluid into the throttle body tomorrow after work

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    Check the timing?
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    have you scanned the computer to see if any codes pop up?

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    check the coil pack. They have been known to go out.

    have you had any problems with it running rough?
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    Quote Originally Posted by AggieTJ2007 View Post
    check the coil pack. They have been known to go out.

    have you had any problems with it running rough?
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