2004 Ford F150 Starting

2004 FORD F-150
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BARNESBILL
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Electrical problem
2004 Ford F150 V8 Two Wheel Drive 56,000 miles

When I turn the key, I get one click and then nothing. It doesnot happen every time and once it finnaly starts, I can start it several times after without any problem. The truck sits for days at a time and then sometimes will repeat the issue and sometimes there is no sign of a problem.

I have had F-150 trucks forever and have replaced solenoids before but this one does not appear to have one. Is there a relay or other electronic device I should be looking for?

Please point me in the right direction as I start to look into this issue.

Thanks,

Bill
Jan 31, 2009 at 9:50 AM
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DESCRIPTION The function of the starting system is to crank the engine at a speed fast enough to permit the engine to start. Starting system consists of a starter motor, solenoid, battery, ignition switch, Digital Transmission Range (DTR) sensor, starter relay, and interconnecting cables and wires. COMPONENT LOCATIONS ComponentLocation Central Junction Box....Behind Right Side Kick Panel Digital Transmission Range Sensor....Left Side Of Transmission Ignition Switch.....On Steering Column Inertia Fuel Shutoff Switch....Behind Right Side Of Front Kick Panel Powertrain Control Module.....Right Rear Of Engine Compartment Starter Relay.....In Central Junction Box


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Jan 31, 2009 at 9:57 AM
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