ford sport trac hard starting

[wvfarmer]

bought a nice sport trac tuesday 52k miles really nice. drove it today 30 miles stoped for gas wouldnt start couldnt tell if fuel pump was working to many bells keep trying finially let it set for a few and it started ran great any ideas??

 

[RonD]

I would hit an auto parts store and check the codes.

Is this a '99 or '03?

And what engine?
Auto or manual?

Could be a few things:
IAC Valve
ECT sensor
Fuel pump relay
PATS anti-theft
Leaking injector
Leaking Pulse Damper


I assume starter motor was working and "no start" means no spark or no fuel issue

 

[wvfarmer]

i ts a 03 4.0 auto i will check codes tomorow thanks

 

[RonD]

Check the PCV Valve vacuum hose(s) especially the elbows they tend to wear out and leak after 10 years, the underside of the elbows was the problem spot.

Write down current and history codes they can all help

 

[TxGasRacer]

http://troubleshootmyvehicle.com/ford/4.0L/how-to-test-a-no-start-condition-1