1987 Ford Aerostar not sure why it wont run

Tiny
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  • 1987 FORD AEROSTAR
  • 6 CYL
  • 2WD
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  • 160,000 MILES
The van was running then quit, just wouldnt start. It will start with starting fluid sprayed in the intake, but wont stay running, the fuel pump runs when I jump power to it, but still wont start without starting fluid. Could the injectors not be working?
Wednesday, August 19th, 2009 AT 4:21 PM

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Tiny
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Check the fuel pressure with a gauge to rule out the fuel pump and also could be the injectors not pulsing.
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Wednesday, August 19th, 2009 AT 5:49 PM
Tiny
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The pressure is good from the fuel pump, what would cause the injectors not to pulse?
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Wednesday, August 19th, 2009 AT 6:24 PM
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The computer's injector/s ground drivers.
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Wednesday, August 19th, 2009 AT 6:41 PM
Tiny
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So the computer needs replacing or is it repairable? Where is it located?
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Monday, August 24th, 2009 AT 7:19 PM
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The computer is located under left side of the dash above wheelwell
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Monday, August 24th, 2009 AT 7:26 PM

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