I have a 94 Ram, It ran just fine last night but went to start it this morning (about 35 degress outside, not plugged in) And it cranks but it won't start, doesnt seems to be getting any fuel. I checked all fuses and they are fine. All wiring seems to be OK. Anyone have any ideas?

 

Double check all the wires connected to the fuel shut off solenoid. Also you can try turning the key to the on position and pushing the plunger on the bottom side of the solenoid up to where it catches (if its not already catching) and then see if it will crank over.<br> Hope this helps<br> Wheels

 

Is your intake heater working???

 

Even at 35 degrees without the heaters working it should still fire..its not a ford you know!!lol<br><br>I agree with the fuel shut off solenoid being the culprit. Check that out forst and let us know what you find.<br><br>BTW this solenoid is on the bottom of the injector pump.

 

******Update,******** <br><br>If I lift the fuel shutoff when the key is in the on position and then try to start the truck, it will start. Im in the process of finding a new fuel shutoff. I'll let you know if it works. Thank you for all your help !

 

Hey WalkingHorse:
The problem is not likely the fuel solenoid, but instead the relay that is on the firewall. Unplug the relay, bang around a bit and then try it. If you have an extra relay, try that.

Also, trace the feed wire for the solenoid to the driver's side battery. The lead comes in in a black harness, and then a blue(I think) wire makes the connectioon. On the '94, the manual is incorrect about the location of this wire. The wires tend to corrode off, and are difficult to find because they come in to the bottom of the terminal in that bundle of wires.
george

 

WalkingHorse77, this info is from postings by members on another site concerning the fuel cut-off relay. Reported that Radio Shack has a 30 amp replacement relay that sells for about $6, part # 275-226. <br><br>Jerry

 

***** UPDATE *****<br><br>I went to Radio Shack and replaced the relay. Same result. &gt; . My next route is to trace the relay wire back to the drivers side battery. Thanks again for everyones help !! Wish me Luck ! <br><br>Adam

 

good luck, WalkingHorse:<br><br>You might also try a jumper in the relay slots.<br>george

 

WalkingHorse77<br><br>The solenoid is a bit pricey if you have to replace it. I just noticed Piers has them for $149. This is a real good price from what I've heard. Some guys have hooked up a choke cable to replace the solenoid. It works as a great theft deterrent too. Good luck.

 

***** UPDATE ******<br>*****IT STARTS !!!! ******<br><br>I finally traced the wire from the relay to the battery. There was a crack about half way through the wire just before the battery. I replaced the wire and it started up on the first try. Thank you to everyone for all the great responces. This is a great forum with very helpfull members. <br><br>Adam <br>