Starter Issues 02 Trans Am
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Starter Issues 02 Trans Am I've been browsing the forums recently trying to find anyone that has maybe had a similiar problem and have not found any prior posts. I have a 2002 Pontiac Trans Am that recently quit starting. When I turn the key, the radio stops, certain indicator lights go away (standard) yet the car won't start. The headlights, when I have them on, don't dim when I try to start the car. I've replaced the ignition switch, clutch/starter switch, and out of frustration the starter while cleaning all of the connections for the starter. Has anyone else had any issues similiar to this? I'm willing to try a couple last things before I call the tow truck and have it taken to the dealer. Thanks for your help.
My LT1 had a (seemingly) similar issue pertaining to the VATS. Turned key and nothing. Zero. No noises, dimming lights, anything. I can't remember if it was in fact the ignition switch that fixed it, but I remember my Security light was on and I thought WTF that's new...
Do you have another key you can try? Sounds ridiculous but you never know...
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Do you have another key you can try? Sounds ridiculous but you never know...
Subscribed for future reference.
-J
Since you checked all those things, I thought I'd just bring up the neutral sensor. I have no idea what this part looks like or where it is, but I've got a '99 manual and if I depress the clutch pedal all the way and turn the key, dash lights will go out but nothing with the starter. I've gotta keep the pedal a couple inches off the floor and then it will turn, and it was suggested to me by a mechanic that it could be this sensor. Now I don't know if automatics have this same sensor, but going by fundamentals, I would wager that they do. Of course, if changing this sensor requires procedures that you can't perform on your own, then you might as well just take it to a shop to have it looked at...
Oh yeah, don't forget the starter relay and/or fuse. Your manual has a diagram to help you identify its location. Good luck.
Oh yeah, don't forget the starter relay and/or fuse. Your manual has a diagram to help you identify its location. Good luck.
Last edited by Crimsonnaire; Dec 23, 2013 at 05:47 AM.
I've been browsing the forums recently trying to find anyone that has maybe had a similiar problem and have not found any prior posts. I have a 2002 Pontiac Trans Am that recently quit starting. When I turn the key, the radio stops, certain indicator lights go away (standard) yet the car won't start. The headlights, when I have them on, don't dim when I try to start the car. I've replaced the ignition switch, clutch/starter switch, and out of frustration the starter while cleaning all of the connections for the starter. Has anyone else had any issues similiar to this? I'm willing to try a couple last things before I call the tow truck and have it taken to the dealer. Thanks for your help.
