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Heyy, I checked out a 2004 ranger today. Problem was that I had to hold the key turned for a few seconds before it would start. Is this a problem with he starter?

The trucks a 2.3l 4 cylinder automatic.

Also, to pull the car into drive or reverse, it was a little difficult. Is that normal for a Ranger? or is it a major problem?
 


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I'd say run away if it's giving you problems just while looking. But that's just me. It could be nothing

What's the price on it anyway? That could be a tell-tale sign too that something's up.

EDIT: Can you get more specifics on the truck? like mileage? Is it a private sale or a dealer? As much info on it as possible would help give you a better answer
 
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For the starting: Did you have to sit there and crank it and crank it and crank it, or did you just have to hold the key for a few seconds? Did it crank up slowly and then catch? If it's been sitting, it may just be a discharged battery.

As for the trans: Did you pull back on the shifter the whole way? That is the only thing I can think of that would cause that.
 

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The truck is through a private seller. just about 100k on it. I just had to hold it for a few seconds. It has been sitting through the winter.
 
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