Symptom Chart

2007 Ford Ranger 2D Pickup, 3.0 U, RWD, AutomaticSECTION Symptom Chart
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2007 Lincoln Mark LT and 2007 Ford Pickup. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
Symptom Chart

Condition Possible Sources Action
  • The engine does not crank and the relay does click (all vehicles)
  • Battery
  • Central junction box (CJB) fuse 101 (30A)
  • Starter motor/solenoid
  • Ignition switch (part of the key lock cylinder)
  • Circuit
  • The engine does not crank and the relay does not click (early build vehicles)
  • CJB fuse 102 (20A)
  • Battery
  • Starter relay
  • Ignition switch
  • Digital transmission range (TR) sensor
  • Clutch pedal position (CPP) switch
  • Circuit
  • The engine does not crank and the relay does not click (late build vehicles)
  • Powertrain control module (PCM)
  • CJB fuse 102 (20A)
  • Battery
  • Starter relay
  • Digital TR sensor
  • CPP switch
  • One-touch integrated start (OTIS) diode
  • Ignition switch
  • Circuit
  • The engine cranks slowly
  • Battery
  • Starter motor/solenoid
  • Circuit
  • Unusual starter noise
  • Starter mounting
  • Flexplate, flywheel or cover plate
  • Starter motor
  • The starter spins but the engine does not crank
  • Starter motor
  • Damaged flexplate or flywheel ring gear teeth
  • INSPECT the starter motor mounting and engagement. INSTALL a new starter motor. REFER to Starter Motor - 4.2LΒ  or Starter Motor - 4.6L, 5.4LΒ  in this section.
  • INSPECT the flexplate or flywheel for damaged, missing or worn teeth. REPAIR as required.
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