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- 1988
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- Ford Ranger
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- 2.3 (4 Cylinder)
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Hey all, new here but hoping for some insight as I've already thrown a bunch of parts at this new little project of mine.
1988 Ford Ranger 2.3 with a 5spd manual.
Title says it all basically. I've replaced a bunch of parts trying to chase this no start gremlin including, solenoid, starter switch, and ignition control module. But recently discovered it just refuses to start without the airbox disconnected. Even then it obviously idles extremely high (1500 rpm) from running lean so it's not a fix to keep it disconnected. I looked at the idle air control and tested it by disconnecting it (it starts to bog down so I assume that means it's alright if what others on the forum have said is true) any suggestions are really appreciated and thank you all for the help
1988 Ford Ranger 2.3 with a 5spd manual.
Title says it all basically. I've replaced a bunch of parts trying to chase this no start gremlin including, solenoid, starter switch, and ignition control module. But recently discovered it just refuses to start without the airbox disconnected. Even then it obviously idles extremely high (1500 rpm) from running lean so it's not a fix to keep it disconnected. I looked at the idle air control and tested it by disconnecting it (it starts to bog down so I assume that means it's alright if what others on the forum have said is true) any suggestions are really appreciated and thank you all for the help