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1991 Ford F-150 4x4 5.0 187000 miles
I was driving down the road and the truck started hesitating and running rough I tryed giving it more gas and it just kept falling on its face I barely made it back to my house only going like 7 miles an hour and I can try to start it now but have to hold the gas to the floor and it will barely idle or stay running very rough I have check fuel pressure I have checked my timing I am getting good spark on all my wires I'm lost on what els it could be I have replaced plugs fuel filter plz help
CommentWont start but have full powrr
2010 Ford F-150 F150 5.4 XTR 140000 miles
When I turn the key I have full power but no noises and the truck won't turn over at all
53 reports
L have same thing turn key nothing it not telling other parts to go
Same problem. Replaced starter, starter relay, fuses, and new battery. All grounds good. Turn key just a thump from the new starter relay. Thats it... Help please somebody...
Try the TCM. I had to replace mine a few years ago. It will prevent the truck from doing anything, other than show you have power.
Same problem went to even jump the starter and still nothing battery, starter and starter reyal have been replaced...heeeeelp
Relentless Pressure Solutions from United States 5 years ago
Same problem! Does anyone have any solutions!?!?
clutchcargo from United States 2 years ago
replace 20 amp fuse # 27 in the Main fuse box behind hood release.
Pull #1 spark plug and see if antifreeze on spark plug. If its is your motor is hydro lock. Meaning too much water/ antifreeze has gotten passed cylinder head and wall its causing a vaporlock and the piston and crank can't move because of the vapor lock pressure. Take all plugs out and turn engine manual by hand to force out all the water/antifreeze to unlock engine. Hope it help. It help me.
No crank no start
Replaced battery and starter
Starter relay fuse is good
But starter relay port is only reading 2.5v instead of 11.5v like the battery
Replaced battery and starter
Starter relay fuse is good
But starter relay port is only reading 2.5v instead of 11.5v like the battery
Did you fix it , mines doing something, 2.5 volts @ relay control
Changed out the battery, alternator, starter, 2 relays and still not starting. It sounds like it wants to Crank I hear the fuel pump. I'm lost! I can turn the crank shaft by hand. Help me please somebody! 01 ford f150 4.6
Mine won't crank when the key light goes off until I shake the fuse boss
Demetri Kosklov from United States 2 years ago
This happened to me. I did the FCD for the ignition and it worked like a charm!
jrt the aso from Canada 8 months ago
Fcd? What exactly is that? A diagnostic of some kind?
I see a lot of us have the same problem but don't see any answers. We all need help. 2017 f-150
My truck wants to start she has the ignition will want to crank over but she just won't get the spark she needs to start
When I put the key in my truck wants to start she sounds like she's going to start but she doesn't get like the spark to start I guess is what's missing motor starts or the ignition starts but the motor won't start
First check fuses to see if any ignition fuses blown. And then check neutral safety switch.It can be bad and sending a bad signal to ECM there is a problem. Sometimes those switches go out and u think your motor locking up or your losing battery and starter power
Already went through all of the fuses the battery is a brand new battery and my starter is fine because it turns over it just won't start so I bought a gas sending sensor and I'm going to apply that today and I also have a crankshaft sensor that I'm supposed to be picking up today it's very frustrating because if I'm not working I'm not making money and I just feel screwed I know feelings have nothing to do with your car running although it really does suck when you're living on the skin of your teeth. And I truly have a hard time asking for help. And of course it was my birthday yesterday and I didn't plan on working on my truck but I did I need to turn this s*** around
Country mech from United States 7 months ago
To one and all i had the same problem take a screw driver cross the small and big wire and see if it turns over if it. Does its a short in ur column if not then u have diffrent problem
2012 Ford f150 EcoBoost first dead battery light come on replace battery and now truck will not start cranks but no start acts like it's not getting fuel but I hear the fuel pump coming on
Will not start. Turn the key and only get a one click sound. Does not turn over at all. It is on a 2008 ford taurus x with a 3.4 6 cylinder engine
CommentTruck will not start, unless steering wheel is in the lowest position Solved
2010 Ford F-150 5.4l 59000 miles
Unless I tilt my steering wheel down to the lowest position my truck will not start. I turn the key all gauges light up as normal, it will not crank. I lower the the steering wheel and it starts, no problem
7 reports
Best answer (according to Lovey)
Mustang Shane from United States 10 years ago
Sounds like an issue with your shifter. Is it wobbly/loose? There are two torx head bolts that hold it on the column, and if those are loose you can experience the symptoms you have right now.
Had similar problem, turned out to be frayed wires from using the tilt steering over and over for 6yrs
Demetri Kosklov from United States 2 years ago
Seems like the wires are scuffed, you need to replace your steering wheel and ignition
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CommentCrank but won't start Solved
2001 Ford F-150 4.2l 247000 miles
I was driving and it died on me and wouldn't start anymore. Cranks but won't start
11 reports
Best answer (according to Eraldo)
CommentWont start but has power
2013 Ford F-150 5.0 120000 miles
Truck has power to everything but won’t start. Checked fuses and common found issues such as kick panel on passengers side with no luck
21 reports
I have the same issue with my F150 how did you fix it?
@RandyWhat fuse was it, I am having the same issue
I have the same with my o5 f150 went out today cleaned battery post it started so I took off Jack and now it won't start again
Having same problem today were you able to figure it out
Speeddemon from United States 2 years ago
Same issue I've unbolted the first box and checked a few things bolted everything back to where they went truck is a no start now
ksweazy1122 from United States a year ago
Check the plugs on the alternator. I had a clip broke on mine and i thought i had it in there good but i ended up having to just order one on ebay for like 3 bucks and splice it in and i no longer have any issues, mine ended up over charging batteries and over charging smelt like rotten eggs. But those plugs get brittle and also a little before that issue i had a small oil leak from the valve cover gasket failing and over a period of time it was every where under the truck and finally it clogged up my starter and the wiring harness was just covered. And so i replaced wiring harness and starter. Good to go. Idk if that will help.
CommentRan out of gas, Carberated, won't start now
1989 Ford F-150 Pickup 156 miles
My son has a 1989 ford f150. He ran out of gas, put gas in it, sprayed started fluid, changed the fuel filter, checked the air filter, and reconnected the battery. It tries to start, but won't catch. We don't really know much else to do, any suggestions for a newbee diy'er? :)
3 reports
Oh, we also can't figure out how to open the carberator to pour more gas in it...:/
First, make sure you have enough gas in the tank. Then, turn the key for 2 seconds, and let it rest for a couple of seconds. Do this again a few times: the goal is to fill the gas system. Pay attention to see if you can notice whether the fuel pump is working or not, it might have broken. Good luck, let me know how it goes!
2010 F150 4x4 supercab will not start. No lights or power to instrument cluster. Replaced cluster now have power to cluster but engine will not crank. 4.6 24 valve
netdrummer from United States 4 years ago
You ran out of gas so you probably picked up crap off the bottom of the tank into the filter so check or just replace the fuel filter first.
Next to the fuse box there is a button with a red cap push the cap down it's the out fuel cut off switch it might have tripped to retripp ot just push the button down
CommentTruck will not start Solved
2004 Ford F-150 Lariat 200000 miles
My daughter was driving the truck she thought that it needed or because the oil pressure gauge was reading low. She then added too much oil without knowing it. As she was driving, the truck just shut off and now will not start back. They have already drained some oil and checked all the spark plugs, and they all seem to be clean and not oily. Now it seems when you’re starting the truck. It is turning over but it’s not getting fuel. What can we try?
2 reports
Best answer (according to Al101)
Ended up having truck towed to a shop. It has no compression apparently the motor blew.
Try cleaning the air intake system most likely got sucked into that area. Disconnect air intake and check for fresh oil residue. Will need a special tool to clean properly and flush out any oil that may have gotten sucked in.
CommentPcm problem, and, engine not cranking at all. Solved
2009 Ford F-150 XL,4.6L 378001 miles
Bought a new battery, changed the fuses under the hood and now the truck won't start as well as the anti theft light comes on flashing rapidly and there is dashes on my odometer?
3 replies
Show me how to remove the anti theft light so I could start the truck
Best answer (according to Stephanie)
Looked at diagram and redid everything in fuse box under the hood and checked the pcm cables, etc. It started
CommentCranks slow but will not start
2001 Ford F-150 275000 miles
New battery and starter. Anti theft light no longer on or blinking when truck is at rest. Engine turns over better when the fuel relay is removed.
6 reports
Think it may be a bad ground. Need to find out how to check the grounds. I did manage to reset the anti theft though.
CommentI put in a new starter and a alternator battery and it won't start I h
2006 Ford F-150 5.4l 12500 miles
I have interior lights but still won't start
5 reports
2004 f-150 turn key no crank all lights work relay clicks new starter and solenoid and battery
Lost mechanik from United States 8 months ago
Me too. Have all power, new starter, ign switch, key cylinder, but dash lights flicker when I wiggle the key but replaced cylinder and still no start. Clicking in passenger side fuse box but no bad fuses I'm so burned out over this damn truck
@Lost mechanikInstrument cluster will cause all those problems and more. Cluster will cause window issues, interior lights to turn on randomly, parasitic draw etc.
CommentTruck won't start after rear fuel pump replacement
1994 Ford F-150 238677 miles
Truck will crank but will not start after replacing rear fuel pump
7 reports
Mine does the same cranks fine new fuel pump new relay has spark no fuel getting to engine
Comment2016 F150 4x4 5.0 not starting, but turns over. Solved
2016 Ford F-150 5.0 120000 miles
I stopped to fill up with gas. When I went to continue my trip, vehicle would not starting. Disconnected battery, still no start.
3 reports
Best answer (according to Trex)
Problem solved. Fuse #56 was blown. Replaced the fuse and started right up.
CommentI replace old fuel pump with a new one but truck won't start I check t
2001 Ford F-150 F150 5.4 L super duty cab 4x4 24396 miles
Truck won't start fuel pump relay and fuses are ok and also checked for fuel pressure didn't have any pressure out of shrader valve and i also checked to hear if the pump was turning on at the fiiller but I didn't hear it come on also have the theft like blinking could there be short in the wiring to cause the pump not to turn on or is the theft light causing these problems need some advice or answers.
7 reports
Check your fuel pump driver module...usually located on the frame above the spare tire. Aluminum bolted to steal and we'll the rest is self explanatory. That's what mine looked like when I pulled it off my 2008 f150 XLT 5.4L. Replaced it and I'm back in business...Good luck
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Bubba123re from Canada 6 years ago
Possable no ground to pump maybe youjust got crap pump. Try puting 12 v direct to pump
Mine looked even worse than yours. The whole back crumbled when I took it off the frame. Good old Minnesota winter with plenty of salt on the roads.
CommentWon't start
1999 Ford F-150 4.2 198000 miles
I turn the key and all it make is a click noise and my battery light is on but I check it and it is good so what would it be
13 reports
The starters are bad on those trucks, in the winter the starter gets moisture in it and it freezes. If you want to get it going heat up the starter with a lighter or acetylene torch. But change the starter.
Wont start just a click sound the dealer said it wa wiring harness and taped it up but it still hapens 2014 f 150
Same issue... 98 f150 4.2 New battery, new starter,relay, fuses. Good ground. Turn key over just a thump sound from the starter relay. Please help.
CommentWon't start
2013 Ford F-150 5.0 13000 miles
Won't turn over but I have power to everything still won't turn over
5 reports
There are a few possible reasons why your Ford F-150 might not start even though you have power to everything. Here are a few things you could try:
Check the battery connections and cables to make sure they are clean and tightened properly. Corroded or loose connections can prevent the starter from turning over.
Check the starter and starter relay. If the starter or starter relay is faulty, it could prevent the engine from starting.
Check the fuel pump and fuel filter. If the fuel pump isn't functioning properly or the fuel filter is clogged, the engine won't receive enough fuel to start.
Check the spark plugs and spark plug wires. If the spark plugs are fouled or the spark plug wires are damaged, it could prevent the engine from starting.
Check the ignition switch. If the ignition switch is faulty, it could prevent the engine from starting.
Check the battery connections and cables to make sure they are clean and tightened properly. Corroded or loose connections can prevent the starter from turning over.
Check the starter and starter relay. If the starter or starter relay is faulty, it could prevent the engine from starting.
Check the fuel pump and fuel filter. If the fuel pump isn't functioning properly or the fuel filter is clogged, the engine won't receive enough fuel to start.
Check the spark plugs and spark plug wires. If the spark plugs are fouled or the spark plug wires are damaged, it could prevent the engine from starting.
Check the ignition switch. If the ignition switch is faulty, it could prevent the engine from starting.
If u have power to all power source and u turn ignition key and u just got a thump sound but not engine cranking over first check ignition regulator to see its getting fire next check ignition fuse see if its blown. If all check out check ground and positive to battery and starter. Could be loose or corroide. Last pull #1 spark plug to see if antifreeze and water are on plug. If it is remove all plugs and try cranking to push out the antifreeze that's has hydrolock the pistons to keep them from moving. Or take a heavy breaker bar and socket and turned it manual from the harmonica balancer clockwise to relieve hydrolock pressure from antifreeze filling up the pistons
CommentTruck will not start , I turn the key nothing happens
2007 Ford F-150 F150 4.2l manual transmission 322000 miles
My truck was running ,while it was running I attempted to plug un a scan tool when I did the truck made a ding noise and I killed my truck attempted to start it again and nothing happened no click from the starter or anything I changed the ignition switch, the clutch safety switch still nothing ,I checked the starter solenoid and it works properly what is my problem
10 reports
Hates Ford f150 4.2l engine from United States 7 years ago
Try resetting the fuel pump switch and all reays
I have Same problem. How do I do that? Reset the relays and that? Thanks 🙏🏻
CommentNot starting Solved
2013 Ford F-150 6.2l 2001000 miles
Would not start single Click, everything else was good, turned out I just had to punish together the key on the front end for the BCM to recognise my key
1 reply
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Comment8 reports
manrike956 from United States 6 years ago
Fuse number 72 in the engine fuel pump relay mini fuse number 20...mine was melted
Cherokee man from United States 6 years ago
Mine was blown and replaced it and still turning over but not starting
Cherokee man from United States 6 years ago
Actually the only fuse was blown was the number 3 under the dashboard.
CommentWon't crank
1997 Ford F-150 F150 4.2 literv6 10000 miles
New fuel pump getting gas won't start starter working fine ain't the shutoffswitch
9 reports
It's had a new motor installed by Ford place just quit one day been sitting for awhile
CommentWill not start
2002 Ford F-150 4.2 200000 miles
Ran good yesterday but Shut down and now won't start when I hooked up my obd2 code reader it comes back Linking error
1 report
The pcm is gone bad and is keeping the truck from starting
CommentWon't Start
1992 Ford F-150 long bed automatic 4.9L 20000 miles
Won't Start have new fuel pump, fuel filter and new battery and it still won't start
21 reports
2002f150 stalled crank no spark. Wire harness above the accumulator dryer. Wire supply power the pcm. Cuts
Ryanchandlerrr from United States 4 years ago
Check fuse 27 under the hood and see what it looks like… ughh just had this same problem the past two months with my 2012 F150 and wasted stupid crazy money on fuel pump, fuel filter, and the relay, etc. and found this video on YouTube and it was the stupidest, easiest, less than 3$ fix of the fuel pump fuse under the hood in the box it’s fuse spot number 27 and it’s a yellow 20 amp fuse. If you pull it out and it looks anything like in this video than that’s what it is… unfortunately in his case he got a cheap fuse spot changer kit and relocate that fuse but luckily in my case my fuse space wasn’t compromised just fuse was melted and a little around the upper part of the fuse site 27.
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CommentWill not Start/crank. New battery,
2010 Ford F-150 138000 miles
Will not crank. I installed a new battery / Starter relay & fuse. Nada not even a click click click ?
2 reports
Sounds like your starter motor is stuck or has completely failed try putting the vehicle into gear and rocking it back and forward then try again if this fails I’d replace the starter motor hope this helps.
Creed reed from United States 6 years ago
Im having same problem. I put it in gear and rocked back and forth it worked! The next time I tried to crack same thing won't start. Is it the starter relay?
CommentTurn's over won't start.
1992 Ford F-150 92 XLT Lariat, Flairside 4.9 169000 miles
It ran great yesterday when I parked. Today i had to change battery and put in fuel, but it won't start. I hear the fuel pump running.
19 reports
Comment2009 Ford F-150 won't start.
2009 Ford F-150 250000 miles
I turn the ignition switch and everything on the dash, door chime, lights, radio comes on but it just won't Even try to start. Machine says it's not communicating with truck. A big car with a huge lock keeps blinking on the dash. Usually it's a small lock blinks to show the alarm is on but this one is very different. Someone plz help. Last thing that was replaced was the transmission bulk head connector and transmission oil pan gasket where replaced. Tried turning on the truck and wouldn't start anyone. Like I said I really need help.
2 reports
Which one was blown? I'm having a rough time when mine ATM. Won't start neither
@DozaHonestly I don't know which one exactly I just got a fuse tester and checked all the little fuses under the hood. I believe it was a yellow #20. Hopefully that helps. Let me know.
CommentWon't start
2013 Ford F-150 5.0L 270000 miles
I was driving perfectly fine and my truck turn off and wont come back on
1 report
Dilligaf80 from United States a year ago
Mine just went out at a Walmart, replaced battery, still nothing popped fuse box open, fuse 27 burnt out replaced truck fired right up
CommentIt won't start enless I use starter fluid runs fine after starting
1993 Ford F-150 Xlt 5.0 25000 miles
It will crank but not start it will run after spraying starter fluid feul pump is working getting spark feul pressure looks good I'm stumped need help
2 reports
Posible map sensor. Need to check signal out usualy green lead and measure hz
Might be thinking you are in higher elevation so its running leaner
Might be thinking you are in higher elevation so its running leaner
netdrummer from United States 4 years ago
Always a good idea to keep a scan tool on hand!
Check the ignition coils hadone same thing replaced them fixed problem
CommentTruck wont crank clicking underdash at fuse box
2011 Ford F-150 5.0 334000 miles
Truck no start clicking in fuse box inder das
5 reports
CommentSpin over but not start
2010 Ford F-150 5.4 265000 miles
Started in cooler weather late year not starting in the morning but not every cold morning go later in the day crank up run fine this summer no problems started getting cold wouldn’t crank, crank one cool morning drove it 25 miles hasn’t started since all fuses good relays are good has no engine codes popping up
1 report
I had same problem came to learn that it was a fuse
Ducts in a Row from United States 10 months ago
Do you know which fuse you changed out im having the same problem
CommentRan out of Gas, Now truck won't start
2004 Ford F-150 5.4L Triton Larriet 998638 miles
So, my pickup got drilled! Gas was taken then it sat for a while. I filled the hole and put new fuel in. Now the truck won't start. Checked fuses, listened for pump and checked modules. Cant figure it out!
3 reports
Was pulling up to house and went past driveway and was going to back up but the truck died and I have not been able to get started since ! What can it be ? 1990 F-150 with a 5.0 Motor
Ya same here with my old torrent. Had it parked at an angle, was running low on gas - shut off my vehicle and then it wouldnt start up again... brother said it could be my starter
CommentWon't start or stay running
1999 Ford F-150 F150 198000 miles
The first time the truck would just die on me. A jump would fix it. Then it happened again autozone said it was a battery. Put a new battery in. Died again. This time the dashboard went crazy. Autozone said alternator bought a new one. 3 days later does it again but would not hold a charge. Unhooked radio truck ran for 3 or4 days I turned the heater on and the dashboard went crazy, truck died. Held a charge about for about 300ft and died. We put it on a charger all night long. Will not start butbmakes a tic ticing noise for about 10sec stops and starts again. Please help. Checked the fuses.
2 replies
ksweazy1122 from United States a year ago
A bad or poor connection on or more of the 3 wires and plugs on the alternator. Check the smallest one if the grab clip is broke it will cause all kinds of issues even though it seems like it’s holding in therr ok it’s not
CommentProblems with a F-150? Share them
Could the manifold gasket be the problem? Any help.