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cwmiller98
Nov 12, 2011, 03:06 PM
I go to turn the key to start and nothing happens. No clicking nothing. Lights work radio works windows work everything works but starting. Started fine one day then the next nothing. I've tried jump starting it and nothing still. Any solutions?

TxGreaseMonkey
Nov 12, 2011, 03:13 PM
. Remove and fully charge, or replace, the battery. Most auto parts stores will do this for free. Be sure to also clean the battery terminals and cable connections. Ensure all connections are tight. Carefully inspect the cables for internal corrosion.

. Check all under hood and under dash fuses with a test light or multimeter.

. Check the ignition switch for wear, pitting, or melting.

. Check the starter motor. If the solenoid plunger cannot be heard when the switch is actuated, the battery is bad, the fusible link is burned (circuit is open), or the solenoid is defective. In order to check the solenoid, put the transmission in Park and remove the push-on connector from the solenoid “S” terminal. Connect a jumper lead (12 AWG), or preferably a remote starter switch, between the positive battery terminal and the exposed “S” terminal on the solenoid. If the starter motor now operates, the solenoid is fine and the problem is with the ignition switch, neutral start switch, or wiring. If the starter motor still does not operate, replace the solenoid.

Foxfyr31
Nov 13, 2011, 04:15 PM
Try turning it over in neutral.. located inside the steering collum there is a green wire attached to it is a little white switch that's the park nuetral safety switch... push in on the button and turn the key. If it starts then you know what you have to replace. If not well on to bigger and better things. For example when is the last time someone replaced the starter? Because a bad ground on the starter or bad connection and the starter bendix will not activate pushing the gear into the flywheel. Just some thoughts