My 2000 Ford Ranger 4X4 randomly quit running?

It only has 101k miles. It ran great before, but now it just quit and won't even start. Anyone know what this could be? I don't really have the money to take it to the shop right now.

First check to be sure the fuel pump is okay. In a quiet location turn the key to the run position (do not start it), listen for the "purr" of the pump for a few seconds. That will confirm the pump has power After that, try these three things before you do anything else. First change the fuel filter if it hasn't been done in awhile. Using a spray can of carb cleaner remove and clean the IAC and while its accessible use the same can to clean out the throttle body. All three fixes shouldn't cost more than $20 and will cure a lot of problems that result in symptoms such as yours.

Could be the dead battery. A bad starter. The alternator is broke. It could be many things.

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