will not start everytime. sometimes starts in neutral if you roll it back.
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Asked by ccpd Aug 01, 2007 at 12:20 PM about the 1997 Ford Explorer 4 Dr XL 4WD SUV

Question type: Maintenance & Repair

We had the starter tested ok.
we had the Trans Neutral start switch replaceed.
Started find for a few times and now will not start again. Please help. Just had it towed to the shop.

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dvigano answered 16 years ago

Hi ccpd, It sounds as if the vehicle isn't actually in neutral until you back it up. I would have the transmission checked to make sure it's engaging neutral at the appropriate time. Good luck!

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