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99 Ford Windstar 3.8 Liter Won't Start?
Turned ignition key, dash lights are normal, but no power to starter or ignition circuits. Starter is good, applied 12v to it and starter operated normally. Checked all fuses in fuse box, they seemed good. If you have had this problem, what did you do to solve it?
Thanks to all replies..
2 Answers
- J.R.Lv 61 decade agoFavorite Answer
Battery may have a short in it. It will give enough power to light everything up, but not start the car. I have had this problem on a Mercury Sable (same engine).
It could also be the starter solenoid, or even the ignition switch. BTW, when you turn the key to "Start", does it feel funny? There is a switch under the steering column operated by the ignition that actually starts the car. The lever that actuates this switch also went out on my Sable, causing it not to crank.
Hope some of this helps.
Sorry, just re-read your post. Guess it's not the battery or solenoid. Try that switch under the steering column.
- kdogLv 41 decade ago
A bad starter will still work occasionally. You need to take it out and have tested at a parts store. Is the battery holding a charge? It can turn on the lights, but still not put out enough amps to turn the engine over.
