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1997 Ford Explorer engine wont crank

Tiny
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  • 1997 FORD EXPLORER
  • 6 CYL
  • 4WD
  • AUTOMATIC
  • 128,000 MILES
Battery is fully charged, When key is turned Dash lights dim, relay clicks but starter motor doesnt crank.
Sunday, September 6th, 2009 AT 7:31 PM

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Tiny
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Load test the battery if okay -start checking the starter, starter relay, neutral safety switch and ignition switch.
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Sunday, September 6th, 2009 AT 11:41 PM
Tiny
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Seems that it is the red wire going to the starter itself. Trouble is its a 4 x4 and I can get at it. I dont have a ramp or Pit.

I wiggled the wire and it started, I suspect there is a short somewhere on it.
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Monday, September 7th, 2009 AT 7:59 AM

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