1997 Ford F250 Econoline Won't Start

Asked by Holden Oct 13, 2017 at 03:03 PM about the 1997 Ford F-250

Question type: Maintenance & Repair

OK, so my boss and I were driving in Corpus Christi, we were about to come
up to the street we needed to be on when the van just stops. We've tried
everything to turn it back on. We replaced the fuel pump relay fuse, we
replaced all blown fuses, we dropped the tank and replaced the fuel pump,
etc. but it's still not working. We used to be able to fire it up although it
wouldn't turn over, but now? Nothing. Our company is at a standstill without
that van. We need help.

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Guru9FSV8 answered 7 years ago

What fuses were blown? This could be a sign of trouble. There is a reason these blew. What circuits?

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Truckonlynow answered 4 years ago

1996 Ford Econoline E30 RV- Callista Cove Series M2844C Starting Problems My stepdad recently passed away and his RV was running fine when he parked it 4 years ago. I have installed a new battery and verified the fuel switch is set, but the engine turns over well, but will not start. I have even attempted to spray a little starting fluid through the filter intake hoping to see if it would even fire... but got nothing. I am seeking guidance on some of the things I can walk through and check ( as a process of elimination) to try to find the problem and would greatly appreciate any guidance and suggestions. Thanks in advance...Jon

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