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Engine cranks but will not start?

Tiny
LILLIEIII
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  • 1998 FORD RANGER
  • 4 CYL
  • 2WD
  • AUTOMATIC
  • 170,000 MILES
My ranger just quit running and now will turn over but will not start, Checked fuel pump pressure at rail (60 psi) Change fuel pump relay still no start, checked spark plus for fire and have spark.? What is my next step ranger has been well taken care of and never any problems before except change Odometer relay in the differential
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Saturday, August 29th, 2009 AT 2:29 PM

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Tiny
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Check for compression. Timing belt may have broke. A typical symptom is an engine that spins over faster than normal. When you turn the key to the on position without cranking the engine over can you hear the fuel pump run in the tank for 5 seconds?

https://www.2carpros.com/articles/car-cranks-but-wont-start

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Tuesday, March 2nd, 2021 AT 12:13 PM
Tiny
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The compression is godd still no crank
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Tuesday, March 2nd, 2021 AT 12:13 PM
Tiny
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Use a noid light and check for injector pulse if it is cranking.....IS it cranking or not cranking?

https://www.2carpros.com/first_things/car_cranks_but_wont_start.htm
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