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Old 12-08-2010, 10:04 AM
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Default Starting problem again 97 lx v6

I am almost tired of this car now, its not that I do not like it but lately it has been giving me all kinds of problems.

I had to change the distributor a couple of weeks back because of the NO START issue.

It worked fine for a couple of weeks and today morning it wont start again.
No clicks, no crank. Not even the dash lights comes on.
The light doesnt come on as well.

Changed spark plugs, wires, and distributor a couple of weeks ago.
Has full tank of gas, I just filled it yesterday.
Dont think its the battery because I tested it with DMM, I got 12.6 V coming from the battery terminals.

Can you guys throw some light on it?
Tired of repairing this car.
 
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Old 12-08-2010, 12:31 PM
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It sounds like a battery or possibly the ignition switch.

I would check all ends of both battery cables. Make sure the connections are clean and tightened.
 
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Old 12-08-2010, 02:25 PM
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Well I checked the battery with the multimeter, it gives 12.5V.
But I will try to get a jump later. I was in a hurry in the morning to get to work so couldnt check everything.
Its a new battery, well about 5 months old.
Does it sound like fuse? if yes which ones would it be?
And what else to check for? because I am taking off work early to get working on it.
 
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Old 12-08-2010, 03:07 PM
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Measure battery voltage WHILE someone tries to start.

Good battery in a car that actually starts will drop a couple volts at most.
Bad battery will drop to a much lower voltage.
OK battery with bad cable connections will not drop.
 
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Old 12-08-2010, 07:23 PM
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If it just "clicks" loudly but no starter engagement, the likely problem is worn starter solenoid contacts. Sometimes starter will work if you repeatedly turn keyswitch to start, but only fix is to replace the contacts(some are replaceable, but some are not), replace solenoid (most are not avialable), or replace starter.

You can confirm this by checking voltage drop across starter solenoid. A very large voltage drop (> 6V) is likely.

good luck
 
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Old 12-08-2010, 08:54 PM
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You can also try the caveman test. Hit the starter with a broomstick while someone turns the key. If that makes it start, then it's very likely bad solenoid contacts like Texas described.
 
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Old 12-09-2010, 11:25 AM
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Found the problem, the PGMFI fuse under the dash was blown.
Replaced it and everything is working. Thanks for you help guys.
I am learning more and more.
 
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