Still Won't start
starting problem Have you checked the theft relay, jumper the heavy yellow and purple wires together, when you turn ignition switch to start, engine should crank then start and run, if the engine shuts off in about 3 seconds then the problem is a bad theft module, if it starts and stays running bad relay, doubt its the relay or ignition switch though as those are pretty sturdy pieces.
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From: Danvers, MA
I had the same exact problem.....it was my ignition switch....mine went while i was going 60 on the highway and my car just shut off. When i was trying to start it nothing would come on that usually comes on like the fuel pump or the lights on the dash and the windows wouldn't roll up and my radio didn't work but it still told the time but the alarm still worked and my power locks worked and all my lights worked. I had mine replaced at my buddies shop because i'm not too good with electrical stuff and it looked like you had to take apart the entire column. Some of the symptoms i had while i think it was on the way out were that my volts were really low and sometimes i went to start the car and it would just die. I checked the alternator and the starter and the battery and all were fine. Ever since i replaced that switch all has been fine.
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Staging Lane
Joined: Jan 2004
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From: Mckinney, Tx
ok its not the ignition switch either. When I turn the key to the on position everything comes on fuel pump lights radio it just won't start. I've replaced everything so now what?
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From: Temecula,CA
Originally Posted by Slow TA
replaced the starter and solenoid checked the crank fuse, checked lock and key switch. the battery and connections are good also. and its not vats.
when I try to start the car nothing happens. all my lights work and radio and everything it just won't start. it won't click or anything. I need help and I don't wanna take it to chevy.
when I try to start the car nothing happens. all my lights work and radio and everything it just won't start. it won't click or anything. I need help and I don't wanna take it to chevy.
Good Luck
