'84 Ford Ranger, 2.31 liter, Manual transmission
I am having a problem with my '84 Ford Ranger. When you turn the key to the "start" position, it starts right up. The second you release the key to the "Run" position, the engine DIES. All the panel lights remain lit. The panel lights go out when the key is turned to the "off" position.
I have checked all fuses and fusible links. I have also replaced the ignition switch. I burned out the starter working on this problem and had to replace it also. I do have the service manual for this truck, but cannot find anything in it that has helped fix the problem.
I am very handy with engines and have kept this truck running well until this current problem.
Any suggestions from you as to what the problem is and what I should do to get my truck running again would be greatly appreciated! The holidays without wheels just ain't no fun!
Thanks, Bruce