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97 Ford F-150 not starting

Old Feb 1, 2023 | 03:14 PM
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Ugh I’m so frustrated already and need help on figuring this out. My truck is able to crank doesn’t sound bad it’s tuned over once but then off in seconds. The battery is good I have a new alternator checked fuses. This is my only way of getting to school so please help!!!
 
Old Feb 1, 2023 | 03:40 PM
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DO you have an immobilizer light on dash, red key or lock ?
 
Old Feb 1, 2023 | 06:18 PM
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Originally Posted by aquanaut20
DO you have an immobilizer light on dash, red key or lock ?
No I don’t have any that light on. I have a all metal key for my truck also.
 
Old Feb 1, 2023 | 09:37 PM
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Now is the time for diagnostics, do you see a spark at the plug/wire ?

Will it fire up on donor fuel ?
 
Old Feb 2, 2023 | 01:30 PM
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You are guessing without any tests, what is the fuel pressure (Gauge), and will it start on donor fuel ?

Without your assistance there is nothing more I can do..
 
Old Feb 2, 2023 | 01:56 PM
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If you want to try this,
After trying once to start the engine, remove one or two spark plugs and tell us if you found them wet or dry.
Depending on what you find will determine where we go next, OK?
 
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