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What is wrong with a 1988 F150 if it won't start and the lights don't work but the battery is good?
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∙ 18y ago
I hate to state the obvious but you have a direct short or loose wire somewhere. My first step would be to make sure the connections on the battery are clean and tight. I have also had problems with the body ground wires. These could be corroded, loose or broken. Sad to say it could be anything from a loose/broken wire to a blown fuse when dealing with electrical issues. Good luck check starter cylinoid on inside fender wall.
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