CallMeSyd
Elite Explorer
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- March 31, 2021
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- City, State
- Hattiesburg, Mississippi
- Year, Model & Trim Level
- 2004 Explorer NBX 4.6 4x4
So, I'm a little tired here, but I'll give this a go. The vehicle is sending the signal to start to the starter, so the solenoid is engaging. However, just because the solenoid engages, does not mean that the starter motor engages. I don't think that your engine is seized, but if it is, you should be able to get it to spin over by removing the spark plugs. Removing the plugs will relieve any hydro lock. You should check the main positive power feed to the starter. I would get someone to turn the key to crank while you run a jumper cable from the battery directly to the starter (where the fat wire connects). Just don't hit anything else with it or you'll scare the crap out of yourself. Also, hook the negative cable from the negative of the battery to a nice, solid, non moving spot on the engine or transmission while you're down there, just in case it is actually a ground issue.