Question:
I have a 99 B4000 that ran fine until recently antitheft system indicated ti did not recognize keys and would not start. Dealer has reprogrammed keys and has replaced transponder, computer & other items without sucess. Has been in shop for over 3 weeks now and dealer says they cannot figure out the problem. I can't take it to a different repair shop as Mazda requires only dealers to reprogram the system. If anyone has ANY ideas. The vehicle is in great shape, has 142000 miles but if it wont start it's worthless? Do I have any other options? Next closest dealer is 40 miles away & I'd have to have it towed.
Answers:
Can you make your car a flex fuel vehicle?
If the security light comes on on the dashboard, you have got an anti-theft issue. If not, either the bulb for the anti-theft is out, or the problem lies elsewhere. You could have a fuel pump fuse, relay, or the actual pump out (especially if you have run on "E" a lot or have left the truck parked for months). You could have a problem with the starter (or starter solenoid, or switch) if the engine doesn't spin at all. Your "Mazda" pickup is actually a re-badged Ford Ranger (and, in your case, a V6). Try a Ford Dealership.Points in the distributor melt when turning key on?
Try selling it and buying a Tacoma or a Frontier.
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