1988 Ford ranger won't stay started

Asked by Darlene Apr 02, 2025 at 01:35 PM about the 1988 Ford Ranger STX Standard Cab SB

Question type: Maintenance & Repair

My 1988 Ford ranger won't stay started unless I'm holding
the switch on as soon I i let off of it it dies and I noticed my
fuel pump is not making a sound when I turn the switch on
help please

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