94 F150 Nostart problem Fixed

After Checking everything I could think of on this truck, I found an issue I over looked. THis issue led me to finding the problem with the no start when warm.

[@edwinstorz2776]

It's good to hear a young Man, using his Brain, and following through, i am a Certified Mechanic, and you are better than most Certified Mechanics, i promise you, thanks for a good Video!!!

[@fredrockst]

My 94 F 150 quit running at an inopportune time.. old school thinking took me right to the fuel pump or fuel filter. I was going to cut a hole in the bed so I could access the fuel pump but came to the conclusion that it was not the pump.. Stumped I decided to look for help on KZbin and came across your video.. replaced that water temperature sensor.. and she fired right up.. thank you so much for taking the time to post this video!

[@billmancos9820]

Wow, that was a really fun story, almost like a movie saga. I was smiling the whole time. You did great bud!😊🌈🍀

[@brandontizon9928]

I scrolled pass this video And you saved me a year worth of trouble shooting and part swapping. Thank you my friend 🙏🏽 it fixed my hard start problem 100%

[@bmaiceman]

I'm glad my video was of use to someone. Glad your problem is fixed

[@denniskillian5480]

You saved me thanks I bought all the parts you did before I found your video today I just unplugged my coolant sensor and my truck hasn’t died yet . I’ll buy a new sensor ASAP thanks again

[@rickobrien4025]

I have a neighbor that is just like this guy...you have to listen to a 5 minute story to get a 5 second reply .

[@user-tz1oj9hd6m]

O I have to put up with that too they cut you off before you get the first word out it's earritating

[@pivotmaster9556]

haha

[@mikeyocum390]

I can't thank you enough for this post. I've been dealing with this same issue for months. You have saved me huge amount of time and effort.

[@bmaiceman]

Mike Yocum not a problem glad to help! I only wish I had the means and time to do more videos these days. Truth is I haven't posted anything to my channel in a long time but I'm glad to see that at least some of them are still helping some people somewhere somehow! if somebody had posted this video a long time ago and I found it it would have saved me weeks of agonizing, spending money I didn't have to, wasting my time with parts that weren't bad! I'm glad to hear your truck is up and running again.

[@bmaiceman]

toast 2 go ya I know it's been a while since I been active. Last two years have been really rough for me. I'm wanting to poste. But my only internet is my cell right now. But I got a few projects I'm fixing to start. Going to try to make some vids soon.

[@allenwoody8738]

Thanks for the post,my 94 ford truck had the same issue, you saved me money and time. Thanks again.

[@scotthuhn2252]

Me too,, thanks man.. my 93 does the same thing.. great detail of explaining and showing where the part is located.. big thumbs up

[@tommydell1813]

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[@arturocamacho5383]

Dear friend, i whatch your video a while ago, and a week a go my f-150 1994 didn't start and got worse, i almost drained the battery out, remember your video, got the cooling sensor and caboom, it worked and starts like a champ, thank you so much for your help and hard work i really congratulate and appreciate your time and effort to help out, God bless YOU and merry Xmas 👍👍👍

[@bmaiceman]

Arturo Camacho your welcome. It's this sort of thing that got me to post videos in the first place. Though it has been a long time since I have posted any more. I'm glad it helped. Merry Christmas to you sir

[@whood338]

Thanks for the clear and detailed understanding language you gave, you was very helpful for my situation I recently experienced with my 93 F150. Thanks dude, keep up the great videos.

[@angelaprater2679]

John here Got 1993 5.0 map sensor coolant sensor and throttle position sensor it was fluttering and shifting hard had high idle plus backside of throttle body built up bad. So happy today it's now back to to normal.

[@tomhartline3140]

thanks for this video i have a 96.It ran fine then one day at the gas station it wouldnt start then when it did it would die when you put in drive then wouldnt hardly start and ran like crap long story short and to much money later i watched your video today went to the parts store and 14.00 later BAM starts and runs great.THANKS

[@timothyroskie5742]

Thank you 😊 for posting, I have a 94 XL truck with the 6 very informative thanks again please keep posting about that truck,im shad tree mechanic to, everything helps!¡!!!!!!!!!!!

[@leofelix5015]

Yes it took care of my problem and now I'm able to drive my tru k thank you

[@bmaiceman]

I'm glad I was able to help you sir. Keep on truckin. 👍👍

[@bobteree9763]

Good stuff! Start with the codes;-) Great advice.

[@user-xc7yx1pb2q]

My guy 🎉, you came in klutch bro thanks for the video I just figured out issues i didn’t know I had and the fix all in one video thanks again brother.

[@oneeyedjack8525]

Got a 96 inline 6, same problem. Replaced and fired up

[@727mediagroup5]

Were happy to hear that it's finally running. We lost a lot of sleep over this!

[@stephendousette3310]

Hey i have a F150 1994 it cranks and no start any idea what might be happening where is that sensor located

[@dylanrice8662]

@@stephendousette3310probably fuel or spark issue

[@tomnguyen8639]

Great vid with useful info

[@YamahaC7SRG]

Coolant Temperature Sensor! Wow, I wouldn't have guessed that could do that. Nice find! I've been having the same problem (starts, runs like crap, dies, won't start again for a long time) and tried a bunch of things. I even removed the old CTS and cleaned it and reinstalled it! But, after watching this, I got a new one for $30 and now it starts and idles and I can stop and restart it! Thanks!

[@bmaiceman]

Ya I think it's a Ford thing. It has to do with Fuel trim. Hit engine temp vs cold temp.

[@YamahaC7SRG]

@@bmaiceman Right. I guess maybe the computer (or whatever) gets a reading on the coolant temp that is sky-high or sub-freezing and decides to be safe and not start (after the initial start if it's been sitting for a while). What a PITA, man! This took me a couple of weeks of work and parts until I saw your video. Again, thanks for posting. I hope other poor bastards like us will find your vid!

[@TroyDawes43]

my 1996 Ford F-150 XLT is doing the exact same thing yours was doing.. I've replaced the air control sensor on the side of the throttle body, Got a new Ignition module on the way, had a new computer put in it, I haven't tried the engine coolant temperature sensor yet but might as well put one of those in there too. a new distributor or remanufactured one. clean the throttle body, new fuel tank selector switch, oxygen sensor, hopefully, one of these will fix it...oh yeah. the fuel filter and the fuel pumps. One might ask why don't you just sell the thing and buy a new truck but I love the body style of the 94 through 97. My father helped me get this truck just before he died and I don't have the heart to get rid of it.. Good luck to all of you 1994-97 Ford F-150 XLT Truck owners that are having this very annoying problem. Think I'll start with the coolant temperature sensor!! Thanks for your video!! I'm hoping that little piece of crap as you called it is the problem..

[@jamesshuler9801]

Just had this happen to a 95. Figured it out the same as you did. Crazy that I seen this video a little late!

[@bmaiceman]

Infuriating chasing the problem down wasn't it???

[@rayclark7730]

I have the same problem. Going to go check my 91 Ford f 150. 300 engine

[@chrisloveall6780]

Thanks for the video it was helpful.

[@nicolebarnett8702]

Good job bud, thanks.

[@terracestevenkennedy9198]

Have a 1990 F-150 302 love it.

[@arietap9657]

Thanks for posting this, I think I might have the same problem. What Scantool did you get and from where???

[@gallegossouth4331]

I thought I heard him say "who would have thunk?" Hahaha another good tip Thank U

[@williamparish32]

Thanks lots of help

[@cesareoalonso1274]

Nice work man it did cost you,but it helps on the long run to anothers,thank you And hope you tube helps with those repairs cost

[@sidsepulveda4827]

Yes Sir had that problem with my 1996 f150 would run but would stalled cool off start back up and yes it was the pick coil on mine

[@kaseybarnett7681]

taking into account what your problem was i will be doing the same thing and hope to have the same results. thanks a lot

[@skylermitchell8212]

Where did you get the code reader from?

[@leofelix5015]

Thank you more than $20,00 worth of thank you cry for 2 years not being able to move my truck..

[@bmaiceman]

I take it the problem is solved?? Hope so. Glad anytime I can help anyone with anything!

[@rainbirdhunter4002]

Had P0118 and i replaced the coolant sensor! Now, when it is hot not turn only crank I will go and try tomorrow when is cold

[@louloubydesign1926]

Good video . . . I sure wish those prices held out

[@robbyjones7631]

Get a Actron CP9690 code tester. It checks live, record, graphing, emissions test, oxygen sensor test, transmission codes, solenoid and relay test, memory codes, and MORE! It works on 1983-2013 and is updatable. A code tester would've given a PIP sensor code.

[@goldteethman8720]

Knowing that the abs sensor was in the diff was a big help. Just launched a boat 🚢 and abs and brake light come on periodically... Diff was submerged in water 😒 Shouldnt be an issue but im sure the rubber around the censor was cracked and shorted.

[@blakebowin5952]

I just wish there was more videos on the F-150 with a 5.8 in it I suppose there's more information on that particular motor motor

[@dylanrice8662]

1 inch socket works a lot better for 10 dollars now. I did this but I still have a hot start issue but this I believe this was part of the issue. It is a lot better than previous

[@danielalvarez1327]

Iam going to check my truck I have the same exact probrem

[@awh5773]

it sure will cause it to not run or run bad, its tied into the tps, iac , and map sensor wires , my 1988 f250 5.8L did it to me a few years ago. i have been where you were in this video, yep the check enfine light bulb is burnes out, i would replace all the bulbs in the cluster to save time later

[@joshuamudd7631]

You know when you pulled tht distributor all ya had to do push those two pins out at the gear and sleeve and the whole shaft will slide out then you replace the sensor or pickup. Never use a puller like some ppl will tell you. If ya do it will slip and damage the bell and youll never get it off. The bell is pressed on by crimp press. Food for thought next time.

[@angelaprater2679]

I have the 1993 F150.5.0 XL went thru everything you did plus more I have about 2000. In parts and some labor the rest I did. It is a pain in the butt.just about every sensor replace belt AC and condenser brakes Anand lines list go on and on

[@elpresidente3397]

Do you prefer the noise of big rigs or the rail road .It cost not to have noise .

[@TheRedskins1111]

Had same issue. Blown 10amp fuse was why the check engine light was not working.

[@glenmcmillian6206]

I have a ninety five with the 4.9 six. It runs fine COLD, but starves for gasoline as it warms up. It has a new fuel pump, new fuel filter, new TPS, and all the small ignition parts were replaced recently. Fuel pressure is normal. Any suggestions greatly appreciated and thanks in advance!

[@martystevens3969]

Check codes to fix it quicker. There aren't any codes for the module. There's a digital code tester for Ford. Amazon has it. If you get a code for the CTS, check the radiator first. If low, fill it up.

[@deweyosborne928]

Its not just running. It run great.

[@dalescommonsense7676]

thx man

[@doober8349]

What exhaust u running

[@hankbridges5055]

If you checked the codes, you would've got a code for PIP sensor. Get a new distributor. Get a oil pump primer shaft to align the distributor to oil pump shaft.

[@royacey]

🚨 OK i have a very important question that i feel like you can answer or help me with. My question is i have a 93 ford f150 5.0L and never had any trouble with starting or ruff idle or no start ext.. the other day my temp gauge was kinda warming up faster then normal so i replaced the thermostat, WELL doing so i broke the COOLANT TEMP SENSOR connection NOT THE WIRE HARNESS CONNECTION.. so i kinda jerry rigged it to make it home and after I closed the hood from replacing the thermostat everything started up and normal and i drove 45min back home but still the inside temp gauge was going up n down but still drove as normal because truck never over heated.. WELL 3min before i got going 55mph truck started acting as if i was out of gas and wanting to stall. So thankfully i jus made it home and parked it Popped the hood and sure enough the ect finally fully broke.. next morning went to advanced purchase ect went home installed it and when i crank it it does the same thing as if the old temp sensor is still installed... any advise will really help, its my only way to go and i dnt have any check engine light (witch could be bad bulb) and i dnt have anyway voltage or codes scanner??? 🚨

[@r.d.ontheroad-1094]

A little long winded, but good info, thanks,

[@johnpalma7265]

Nice video, but can you really be sure that you wouldn't have needed the pickup coil anyway; couldn't those have been 2 separate issues? Thanks

[@xzqzq]

I have a 1993 Ford F-150, V-6, won't start. Replaced coil, distributor, and computer. Would start up & run for 30 minutes, then die & refuse to start. Replaced computer twice... Same thing...Any suggestions welcomed.

[@deenoneya169]

Yep

[@blackyboi2885]

i will get back to you on this. my 94 f150 just stopped and will not start but turns over strong..i thought it was ignition module or the eec4 computor. now i will just replace the temp sensor and see if she fires up...i did not know there is something in the distributor also..wow...i hope thats not the problem

[@bmaiceman]

Okay I'm glad my video possibly offered you some insight! Yes please feel free if you work on your truck and that turns out to be the problem please come back and put a comment here in the section I'm always gratified when some little piece of information that I learned the hard way and I make a video out of it benefits somebody else that's why I have not shut down this channel and deleted all my videos despite not having the opportunity to make more right now! I hoped my knowledge that I posted on the video helps and prevent you from having to spend a lot more money than you have to

[@dylanshepherd6232]

Having a similar problem. Did you happen to be getting air in your fuel rails?

[@bmaiceman]

No. Not as I can recall. It has been a long time since this video however.

[@dylanshepherd6232]

@@bmaiceman okay thanks

[@mikehart6708]

Good information and good persistence in solving the problem. Good to let us know about all your false starts and how you finally solved the problem. A little too much talking. If you could learn to make your videos somewhat more concise and to the point, they would be more watchable. This 13 minute video should have been about 6 minutes. Nevertheless, good video and you got your valuable information out there. Thank you!

[@ronaldh2886]

My '93 4.9 not start . Check codes with code reader didn't show a temp sensor code. Showed interrupted ignition circuit. Getting ready to buy distributer . Gonna pull the plug on the sensor first see what happens

[@ronaldh2886]

Ok pulled the plug rescan and coolant temp error. Replugged and rescanned, sensor was ok still interrupted ignition circuit. Already changed the coil and the ICM. Got a dizzy from the parts store. Installed that changed plugs. No start no spark. Arghh. My buddy came over and looked up some TSB's. Went thru the wiring harness but no luck. Towed her to the shop. ☹️Showed/ told what I had done, they called me the next day and said the ICM I installed was bad. Arghhhhhh. I did address a few future issues like worn dizzy, water in the wiring harness a couple iffy junctions in the wiring. Be careful of the foil. I have a new ignition system . She is alive again and functioning well. 386795miles(bought her in '94) she's my daily ,waiting to see what goes next. Thanks for your insight. Keep on fording

[@tonyminyan6674]

I need to try this..... my truck cut off on me while delivering appliances I’ve already went through the fuel filter issues now this I gotta try

[@Achillessteel]

did it work

[@tommydell1813]

Where was the sensor located

[@darrylmcleman6456]

Top rad hose collapsed? Too short maybe? CHEERS from Western Canada!

[@roberto052568]

What sensor is that. I'm having a similar problem. Thank you

[@Achillessteel]

apparently its the coolant temperature sensor. im having the same issue and wont turn on

[@deenoneya169]

Where did you buy the battery power code reader

[@bmaiceman]

You can get the reader at most auto part store. But I think I got that one on Amazon.com.

[@deenoneya169]

@@bmaiceman k thanks just Order one

[@BASSMANJ5]

Starter dragging not the battery

[@robertovillalobos53]

Where I can find the sensor on a 1994 f150 4.9 6on line

[@rusty.ramrod]

ok Roberto... I know this 'cause I switched mine... right in front, follow fat radiator hose to where it y's for the heater hoses... in front of the head cover it's got a clip and wire coming out of it... See it...? ...be careful with the clip, they get brittle, OH, and most important thing is Say Hello to Esmeralda for me...

[@stangsrule01]

I have changed my coolant sensor 3 times in 2 weeks. Every time it runs great for 2-3 days then same crap again. Eventually it won’t even crank anymore.

[@bmaiceman]

Hmmmm. That's odd.. won't crank? As in kill the battery?? I'm wondering if you have a wiring issue between the sensor and computer. Have you tried unplugging battery let it sit then hook back up after say thirty min to see if it reacts the same way?? Could be another issue that's being temporary fixed each time when you power down to replace the sensor!

[@stangsrule01]

@@bmaiceman I have a 94 Flareside with 302 and 4R70W. Bought it with 164,000 miles. Now has 243,000. Truck has always been sluggish and always seemed like something was going on. But since it got me around I didn’t really worry much about it. Suddenly it died at idle, so i changed the IAC valve. Right after that it ran fine for a few days and went to hard starting. So I changed the TPS and it worked for a while. Then out of nowhere it wouldn’t start at all. So i did the temp sensor thing. Also the water pump started leaking from weep holes. So i put a new pump, thermostat, and hoses. Changed injectors and she ran like new. Then suddenly it would misfire and under load would fall on its face. Then would not crank again. So changed the temp sensor again and ran fine. Then a few days later it would start over again. I checked ignition module, timing, coil, ecu, and pip. All fine as far as I could tell. Checked continuity between harness and ecu. I thought it may be a short to ground, but never found anything. Not saying I didn’t miss something…. I know i have to change regulator and fuel filter. Also going to change plugs. Will also redo all vacuum lines as two of those broke yesterday when i was moving stuff out of the way to check connections on the injectors. I get an intermittent CEL but it comes and goes. Only thing it says is EGR flow malfunction. Probably due to compressor being bypassed. And honestly that has been the case for over a year. It only throws that code when this other stuff started. And it will crank but won’t start. I misspoke previously.

[@verysimlpesimon]

I replaced my coolant temp switch with new one...truck still wont run. Checked fuel pumps in both tanks and they are putting out gas...checked inertia switch and its not tripped...replaced ignition module...now waiting on new eec4 engine control module...starter turns engine over strong so i guess solenoid is ok...wow...about $360. In parts so far...but no dealer will touch this truck and if and dealer or shop would i would be out of far more than just $350... so i am okay going this route

[@bmaiceman]

Sounds like it's been an ordeal! Please keep updated hear like to hear the outcome. Just a question. Did you check ahead of time whether it was a fuel...or fire issue?? Simple start fluid or gass down the induction system then see if it will fire off the bottle. Just pull fuel pump fuse first to prevent flooding! Let me know what happens.

[@benegle2211]

What was the diagnosic error code?

[@bmaiceman]

I don't remember what the code was. As it was some time ago. But I would think. The code was related to the sensor that was bad. Honestly don't REMEMBER. Sorry

[@Eastbaystunna]

I hope my 1986 Ford F-150 Starts after changing that sensor

[@michaelrichey936]

We well I have an 84 F150 straight 6 4 speed and I've got a lot of a lot of wiring and it's not getting a spark to the coil how can I find out what the problem is going to fix it

[@JuanSanchez-ik7wx]

Clearing the code would have started the engine if what you say is true.

[@davidreynolds4684]

Looks like youre almost out of gas!

[@angelaprater2679]

Oil presure low

[@aaronholcombe417]

Was in not getting spark or fuel

[@bmaiceman]

That's the thing... As I recall. It was getting spark. I evrn replaced the distributor. And it seemed to be getting fuel. BUT would cut out once up to temp. So turned out it was Coolant temp sensor telling the computer incorrect temp. So it was adjusting fuel and trimming for one temp when it was ANOTHER temp which was enough to not let the engine restart.. Though it took some time to figure everything out. Lol I don't even own that truck any more. Lol. Got a 91 WITH A 300 IN IT NOW.

[@taylane2274]

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[@darrelltoutges8360]

I have a 95 ford f150 won't start after driving for awhile then shut it off and after 15 minutes won't start again and I replaced the fuel filter and temperature control module sensor and it still won't start after driving awhile

[@user-vb9jl5bk7t]

Test

[@inkman2244]

blaa blaa blaa.... whats the answer!

[@larrywhite7993]

Crap they test s.... for me at.auto zone

[@matthewkyle3793]

Ur oil pressure looks very low

[@relevation0]

These things are pieces of shit. Ive got a 92 Bronco that im gonna have to sell. Let me down too many times over stupid shit.

[@loushepard6432]

⁷uh uh&n nyo km kip huh

[@bmaiceman]

What??

[@phillblack4455]

I'm not sure u still have the truck but I think it's still has a problem, cause your voltage gauges is dropping.... LOL now it doesn't look like much but you may have a faulty ground and do like my truck did and shutdown the truck LOL trying to self retire. Can't have that yet but anyways later dude and yes my grammar sucks and IDK whatever later

[@bmaiceman]

No I don't have this truck anymore. It's been gone a number of years. It was mine and my friends. He traded it off. I did however locate the issues and repair them. I'm driving an older 91 F150 XLT LARIAT now. 4.9 engine