04 Explorer wont start problem

[Dre317]

the battery is new , starter is engaging, has gas in the tank, got a coded key pcm flashed by locksmith......i see a spark when its cranking so now im stuck and cant figure this out any help ?

Thanks in advance!!!

 

[swetrid]

Could be fuel pump? Pretty common on the 3rd gen explorers

 

[Dre317]

is there a way to check to see if im getting fuel to the engine? I am trying my best to get the fuel filter off but have the worst of luck with the ford tool i even got the plastic clip!

 

[Dre317]

someone suggested it may have jumped time is that possible on a newer truck like this ? 165k miles

 

[Dre317]

ok i got the filter off now still trying to see if the is a shroud to check to see if the fuel line is getting fuel

 

[imp]

I believe the 90s models still had a Schrader Valve under the hood, at which fuel pressure presence can be determined. Remove protective cap after cycling ign. key to "on" to pump-up fuel line, depress inner valve (looks like a tire valve-stem), and fuel should spurt out- be careful of your eyes! If no fuel at all, look at fuel pump relay, then pump itself. This assumes the filter is not clogged! imp

 

[Dre317]

Thanks alot man very helpful it turns out to be the timing after all.