Starting Problem

[kevinj]

I have a 92 XLT and it wont start. When I turn the key you can hear the starter turning (makes a whirrrrrr noise) but thats it, the engine doesn't crank or nothing. I pulled the starter out and took it in to a shop, they tested it and said it was fine. Any ideas what could be wrong? Any ideas or past experiences would be helpful. Thanks

 

[jimmiecakes]

First guess would be a problem with the starter drive - sounds like the over-running clutched is hooped. When you had the starter out, you did look at the teeth on the ring gear, yes?

 

[TPLYNCH]

Do you hear the Fuel Pump running when you turn the key to "on" before going all the way to start? If not, you might have an electical relay/fuel pump problem. Also, make sure the fuel pump cut of switch hasn't been tripped....