Sometimes when I turn my key in my Mustang’s ignition, there’s a millisecond where nothing happens. Then it starts up fine. Any idea what the problem might be? I’m afraid one day it won’t start.
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Most likely cause would be the starter relay sticking. Seems like that would be the cheapest part also. It could also be an indication of a loose connection at the battery or starter. Make sure there is no corrosion around the battery connections. I have added the starting system wiring diagram to help give you a better idea of the components involved in the starting process.
Starting System Wiring Diagram 2013 Ford Mustang
2013-ford-mustang-starting-circuit-1-of-1Starting System — Starter Motor
The starting system consists of the following:
- Starter motor
- Starter motor relay (located in the Battery Junction Box (BJB) )
- Battery and battery cables
- Digital Transmission Range (TR) sensor (automatic transmission-equipped vehicles) (located in the transmission) or Clutch Pedal Position (CPP) switch (manual transmission-equipped vehicles) (located on the clutch pedal)
- Ignition switch
- PCM (located in the engine compartment, attached to the BJB )