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Old 12-25-2007, 01:37 PM
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ok so i got in my car yesterday and when i turned the key the radio and dash lights all came on but it didnt crank. It didn't make any clicking noises or anything. So I ended up turning the key probably 7 or 8 times and all of a sudden it started like normal. Since then its exactly the same, takes 7 or so times of turning the key until it will crank. anyone know what my problem is? starter? ignition switch?
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That definitely does sound like a VATS problem. Start by cleaning your key.
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I just tried my spare key and the problem was exactly the same so i dont't think thats the problem. Any other ideas?
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Did you check your ignition relay under the hood. You can do a quick check by swapping it out with the fan relay.(Same relays).




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