Starting problem

Tiny
COLLINS JAMES
  • MEMBER
  • 2003 FORD F-150
  • 4.3L
  • 6 CYL
  • 4WD
  • 123,000 MILES
When it gets hot it does not want to start, the lights on the dash go out. When it cools down it will start.
Wednesday, June 22nd, 2016 AT 7:59 PM

1 Reply

Tiny
CARADIODOC
  • MECHANIC
  • 33,752 POSTS
Those symptoms are typical of a bad battery cable connection. Clean and tighten those first. If the problem persists, have a voltmeter or a test light handy, and perhaps a helper to turn the ignition switch. We will have to take some voltage measurements while the problem is occurring to see where the bad connection is.
SPONSORED LINKS
Was this
answer
helpful?
Yes
No
Wednesday, June 22nd, 2016 AT 8:49 PM

Please login or register to post a reply.

Related Engine Not Running Content

How to fix an engine that wont start
VIDEO
How to fix an engine that wont start
Instructional repair video
Engine Not Starting - Top 3 Easy Steps
GUIDE
Engine Not Starting - Top 3 Easy Steps
Over the past 20 years on 2CarPros we have identified the top three problems that are easily fixed. This can save you a trip to the repair garage or calling a tow truck and...
VIEW MORE

Sponsored links