1995 Ford Explorer No power, wont start!

Tiny
KSAYLOR09
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  • 1995 FORD EXPLORER
  • 4 CYL
  • 4WD
  • AUTOMATIC
  • 210,000 MILES
I can't get my explorer to start, it's not getting any power. It's not the starter, I had that checked, what else could it be?
Monday, November 2nd, 2009 AT 11:14 AM

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Tiny
RASMATAZ
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Double check battery and connections

Inspect and test all the fusible links and also the ignition switch
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Monday, November 2nd, 2009 AT 11:58 AM
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Check the battery? You're not getting any power (no radio, lights, etc)? Does it make a clicking sound when you try to turn the engine over?
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Monday, November 2nd, 2009 AT 1:39 PM
Tiny
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I checked, and double checked the connections, everything looks fine. The battery is charged, took it in and had it done. There is power going from the battery to the relay switch, I get a spark when I touch a screwdriver to both connections on it but I still have no lights, no power of anykind getting past the battery and relay switch. There is no clicking or noise of anykind when I try to turn it over. Ive called mechanics, gone to part stores, researched online. Everything. I dont have the chilton and I have to special order it which takes 2 weeks, so I am at a complete loss, no one knows what else it could be. I cant find a break anywhere, but there is no power getting to anything, and I cant for the life of me figure out why. It worked great friday night got it home parked it and satrday morning it wouldnt do anything.
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Monday, November 2nd, 2009 AT 4:52 PM
Tiny
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When the fusible link or links blows no power will go anywhere -
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Monday, November 2nd, 2009 AT 4:54 PM
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How can I test and repair that? I don't have much elec. Experience.
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Monday, November 2nd, 2009 AT 5:02 PM
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You need to bring it in things can get worst if tested improperly in your case lacking electrical experience-
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Monday, November 2nd, 2009 AT 5:20 PM
Tiny
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Thanks, I was hoping I could do it myself since money is tight. Can you tell me what could have possibly caused it?
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Monday, November 2nd, 2009 AT 6:25 PM
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Reverse polarity at the battery cables -okay cheap tool called test lite get one and comeback and I'll attempt to walk you thru-
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Monday, November 2nd, 2009 AT 6:28 PM
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Thanks I'll see if I can grab one tonight or in the morning. I appreciate it.
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Monday, November 2nd, 2009 AT 6:44 PM

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