Starting problems

[Todd~Rod]

Ok so i have a 96 ranger 4.0 and when i get in it i turn the key and it turns but wont start right away i turn the key off and try again some times it takes up to three or four times for it to kick over. I tried the ICV and thas not the problem. when its running it runs fine no spitting or sputtering when i hit the gas it goes. Could it be the fuel pump, fuel filter?? plugs and wires are faily new.

 

[Sasquatch_Ryda]

So the starter won't engage some of the time or the engine just won't fire?

If the starter isn't engaging all of the time I would look towards a bad solenoid.

 

[Todd~Rod]

The starter is engaging, its just doesn't fire. When i turn the key the start turns the motor but doesn't fire right away like it should.