My car will not start..... help
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My car will not start..... help So I think its a simple starter issue..... as I took it out and got it tested and it was messed up. So I changed out and still no dice....
I have good cotinuity (sp?) through the wire to turn on the starter.... least I think.
I have power... same voltage as my battery.
But when I turn the key... nothing happens... starter is not getting signal.
I checked relays and fuses. I swapped out my relays from the fans to the ignition and startar and still no go.
I used a test light to see if the connection was good at the point were the relay plugs in... it lights up when I try and start the car and it has power...
Seems that the power stops right after the fuse box as I took apart the starter wire thats on the pass side of the car over the fender. ( you know the one wire that has a conection on it, thats how I tested to see if its good) and as I turn the ingniton on, the power doest go there.....
Im getting PISSED
Is it a VAT issue? Im lost.... so if it comes down to it, I might have to have someone help me..... I dont drink beer.... but if you get my car running Ill owe you one
Some of you dont know me, some of you do... so I havent been around in a long *** time.... so if you dotn know me hello
I have good cotinuity (sp?) through the wire to turn on the starter.... least I think.
I have power... same voltage as my battery.
But when I turn the key... nothing happens... starter is not getting signal.
I checked relays and fuses. I swapped out my relays from the fans to the ignition and startar and still no go.
I used a test light to see if the connection was good at the point were the relay plugs in... it lights up when I try and start the car and it has power...
Seems that the power stops right after the fuse box as I took apart the starter wire thats on the pass side of the car over the fender. ( you know the one wire that has a conection on it, thats how I tested to see if its good) and as I turn the ingniton on, the power doest go there.....
Im getting PISSED
Is it a VAT issue? Im lost.... so if it comes down to it, I might have to have someone help me..... I dont drink beer.... but if you get my car running Ill owe you one
Some of you dont know me, some of you do... so I havent been around in a long *** time.... so if you dotn know me hello
Do these f-body's have a fusible link ? I know on the older cars, there was a (for lack of a better term) built in fuse in the main wire going to the starter. When they go, you either have to bypass it or replace the entire wire. It may be something to check.
So, to make sure I'm clear, you turn the key, the gauge cluster comes on, but when you go to the Start position, nothing happens? No ticking or anything? Is your SECURITY light coming on?
My VAT went out a couple years ago, but it gave me a warning. On cold days, it started taking a few attempts to get it to "engage", so to speak. Finally, on a cold, rainy night, it wouldn't start at all. I managed to get it started finally, but the SECURITY light stayed on for a few days before I got it to the dealership. They replaced the key receptacle and re-keyed it (stupid expensive too).
Those were my symptoms, anyway.
-Mike
My VAT went out a couple years ago, but it gave me a warning. On cold days, it started taking a few attempts to get it to "engage", so to speak. Finally, on a cold, rainy night, it wouldn't start at all. I managed to get it started finally, but the SECURITY light stayed on for a few days before I got it to the dealership. They replaced the key receptacle and re-keyed it (stupid expensive too).
Those were my symptoms, anyway.
-Mike
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Originally Posted by rayosequis
Do these f-body's have a fusible link ? I know on the older cars, there was a (for lack of a better term) built in fuse in the main wire going to the starter. When they go, you either have to bypass it or replace the entire wire. It may be something to check.
Originally Posted by chupr0kabra
So, to make sure I'm clear, you turn the key, the gauge cluster comes on, but when you go to the Start position, nothing happens? No ticking or anything? Is your SECURITY light coming on?
My VAT went out a couple years ago, but it gave me a warning. On cold days, it started taking a few attempts to get it to "engage", so to speak. Finally, on a cold, rainy night, it wouldn't start at all. I managed to get it started finally, but the SECURITY light stayed on for a few days before I got it to the dealership. They replaced the key receptacle and re-keyed it (stupid expensive too).
Those were my symptoms, anyway.
-Mike
My VAT went out a couple years ago, but it gave me a warning. On cold days, it started taking a few attempts to get it to "engage", so to speak. Finally, on a cold, rainy night, it wouldn't start at all. I managed to get it started finally, but the SECURITY light stayed on for a few days before I got it to the dealership. They replaced the key receptacle and re-keyed it (stupid expensive too).
Those were my symptoms, anyway.
-Mike
My security light blinks... its never solid.
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From: Friendswood TX
Originally Posted by SlpLS1
so the gauges DO come on.. correct??
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Drew how have you been, really long time since ive heard from you. Sorry about your problem and hope you get everything sorted out.
So Don.... how are you? youre a freakin mod... lol this place has lost it
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hmmmm.....i know on a couple older cars, i've had starter issues and it turns out to be the starter silenoid....im not sure if they did away with this on newer cars, but its worth a shot to check out.
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Well ticking yes.... you can hear the relays click.... and the lights come on.
My security light blinks... its never solid.
My security light blinks... its never solid.
-Mike
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Since the power was lost just after the fuse box, maybe you blew a fuse?
This can happen when putting a new starter in. It's easy to get the wires crossed especially when your under the car, on your back, and in the dark holding a piece of iron that feels like it weighs 100 lbs...
This can happen when putting a new starter in. It's easy to get the wires crossed especially when your under the car, on your back, and in the dark holding a piece of iron that feels like it weighs 100 lbs...
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Originally Posted by Inspector12
Hey drew I am working nights, give me a call between 12-3 and maybe I can get someone to put a Tech 2 on it for you that would tell you for sure about the Vats etc...
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Originally Posted by Toxic Texan
Drew try talking to Jay a G-force maybe he can help if Jeff can't. Man have you have come a long way since I met you in the best buy parking lot. 
FWIW I called up to G-force and they never called me back.... I guess Mike doesnt like me
Im sure its something easily fixed with the car.... but Im sick of fooling with it....
