1987 Ford Ranger Shut off, will not start

Tiny
MICK74
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  • 1987 FORD RANGER
  • 6 CYL
  • 4WD
  • MANUAL
  • 98,100 MILES
While driving down the road my truck just shut off and will not start but turns over. I replaced the EFI Module, this did not solve the problem. This is a 87 Ford Ranger STX. I removed the stock off road overhead lights then this happened. I do not know if this is relevant to my problem but is the only change and only problem I ever had with it.
Thursday, February 28th, 2008 AT 12:51 AM

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Tiny
MERLIN2021
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  • 17,250 POSTS
Start with the basics, and work your way up, Last tune up was? Wires plugs ALL filters? If all that is ok, check for a stuck EGR, then test fuel pump pressure, If it won't restart, determine what's missing, the engine needs three things to run, Spark at all plugs, gas to all cylinders, and compression in all cylinders, tho an engine may run lacking one in one cylinder, it won't run very well! Is your check engine light on? Read the codes...


http://www.2carpros.com/forum/automotive_pictures/62217_Test_Connector_Pre96_2.jpg


Count the sweeps or the flashes on the dash light. write all codes down. Post results...
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Thursday, February 28th, 2008 AT 4:30 AM
Tiny
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I checked the wires and coil. I have no spark. Is this a bad coil?

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Thursday, February 28th, 2008 AT 4:20 PM

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