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Old Jul 4, 2023 | 11:42 AM
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Hi everyone, I know this might not be the right forum, but I'll give it a try anyway!

I bought my 1988 Trans Am about a month ago. I had some trouble with the MAF sensor and coolant sensor. I fixed them, but when I tried to start the car after 10 minutes, it refused to start.

Here's what I have checked so far:
  • The VATS system seems to be bypassed.
  • The battery reads 12.4 volts.
  • The starter is receiving 12 volts, and I hear a click when turning the key.
  • The anti-theft system is disconnected.
Does anyone have any ideas on where to start looking?
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Old Jul 9, 2023 | 06:24 PM
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Originally Posted by Mrsluggan
Hi everyone, I know this might not be the right forum, but I'll give it a try anyway!

I bought my 1988 Trans Am about a month ago. I had some trouble with the MAF sensor and coolant sensor. I fixed them, but when I tried to start the car after 10 minutes, it refused to start.

Here's what I have checked so far:
  • The VATS system seems to be bypassed.
  • The battery reads 12.4 volts.
  • The starter is receiving 12 volts, and I hear a click when turning the key.
  • The anti-theft system is disconnected.
Does anyone have any ideas on where to start looking?
battery needs to be load tested. sounds like a bad battery to me. Oreillys/ Autozone will also test the starter and alternator.
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