Replaced starter, still doesn't start at random times, all electrical working, no sounds just doesn't start, after sitting awhile starts right up

Asked by leist Sep 03, 2014 at 12:54 PM about the 1999 Ford F-150 XL Extended Cab LB

Question type: Maintenance & Repair

l999 Ford l50 truck, runs good, just periodotally doesn't start

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Maybe starter solenoid frozen up next time try to hit the solenoid with blunt end of screwdriver then try and crank it again.

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If the truck was doing the same thing prior to replacing the starter you are using the replace and hope method, which gets expensive. I suspect you have a bad solenoid. There is a method to bypass the solenoid on vehicles with a distributor or electronic ignition. They are different. Check the internet for instructions.

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