Owner guide manual

My 1995 Ford Ranger Wont Cold Start

The 1995 Ford Ranger is a midsize pickup truck. If you are having problems getting your pickup to start in the cold, there are a couple of things that you can check before you have it towed to an auto repair shop. The battery is the most common culprit for a car not to start. If the battery is dead, the motor will not have the electrical current needed to turn over. Fuel, the alternator, and the starter are other issues that you will need to diagnose.

Instructions

1

Open your Ford Ranger and try to turn the ignition. If you hear a clicking noise, you will need a certified mechanic to test your alternator or your starter.

2

Look to the gauges when you turn the ignition. If the gauges turn on, the problem is not with your battery. Check the Rangers fuel level and then add gas if needed.

3

Open the Rangers hood and locate the battery next to the motor. Use a socket wrench or a pair of pliers to loosen the negative (-) terminal from the battery. Clean the terminal with a can of Coke and a wire bristled brush.

4

Reattach the terminals to the battery and then restart your truck.

5

Jump-start the Ford Ranger with jumper wires and another car. Leave the truck running so the battery can charge.

6

Cut the truck off and try to restart the vehicle. Replace the battery if the truck will not restart.