1994 ford ranger starter

1994 FORD RANGER
200,000 MILES • 4 CYL • 2WD • MANUAL
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1994 ford ranger 4cyl starter motor stays briefly engaged only when cold outside
Dec 1, 2010 at 6:50 PM
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Check the battery condition and connections if okay could be the starter overrunning clutch is slipping
Dec 1, 2010 at 6:54 PM
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again only does it when cold outside. stays engaged when key is removed if i turn off immediately. But when warm engine or normal temp outside no problem.
Dec 1, 2010 at 7:15 PM
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Check the starter relay could be sticking
Dec 1, 2010 at 7:48 PM
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