1998 explorer please help starting issues

[bob93710]

98 explorer 4wd xlt 4.0 sohc . Engine cranks but won't start. 99percent sure no spark. Checked fuses. I am not a mechanic but pretty good at fixing things. Just don't know what to check? I don't hav much money to spend or I would hav it towed to a pro. Cannot afford too. Please any help would b greatly appreciated. Thank u

 

[jremington59]

If you have spark you need to do a fuel pressure test. If you don't have a tester spray a small shot of starting fluid into the throttle body and see if it fires up.

 

[bob93710]

I tried that with the spray bottle. Nothing, not even a sputter. I just know much about electrical. Car ran fine, wife to store parked in the driveway this morning git in to go to work and just cranks. ???

 

[pbnj22]

there are tons of methods on the internet for checking spark.. basically take the plug wire boot off and put a screw driver in there and crank the engine and you should be able to see the spark... dont hold the screw driver while you have someone crank the engine. i am not sure the exact method but that is the general idea, google how to check for spark and read up.. be safe good luck and report findings!