Is there a starter relay or solenoid? ('91 DX Wagon AT)
The_Head
familEE
My gf's wagon won't start sometimes. It's either the key tumbler or is there some kind of solenoid that can go bad?
What happens is you turn the key to "on" and it's normal... the puter does it thing, the fuel pump turns on (main relay ok), but when you turn it to "start" nothing happens, sounds like maybe one click.
The tumbler and key are worn out pretty good. You can take the key out of the ignition at any position, including when the engine is running..
This problem is intermittent. Sometimes the car works normally, other times it wont work at all. I try cycling the shifter, pumping the brakes, in the hopes of some interlock device is preventing it from starting, but that doesn't work.
Input appreciated, thanks.
What happens is you turn the key to "on" and it's normal... the puter does it thing, the fuel pump turns on (main relay ok), but when you turn it to "start" nothing happens, sounds like maybe one click.
The tumbler and key are worn out pretty good. You can take the key out of the ignition at any position, including when the engine is running..
This problem is intermittent. Sometimes the car works normally, other times it wont work at all. I try cycling the shifter, pumping the brakes, in the hopes of some interlock device is preventing it from starting, but that doesn't work.
Input appreciated, thanks.
Comments
Give it a tap on the end with a hammer as someone turns the key. AT your own risk lol.
To check the starting system basics: Carry a test light with you so that when it does its thing you'll be ready. Have her turn the key to 'start' and see if you have voltage to the solenoid terminal on the starter. If it's getting a signal and not working, then you need a starter. If it's not getting that signal, then the problem is upstream. I'm not aware of another remote starter relay, so the problem could be the ignition switch- it's not common though.
I will try what you guys have written, but I really think it's the key switch. Sometimes she can't turn it at all, other times it's difficult. It's normal to be able to pull the key out at any position? Even with the car running? I don't think so.
a lot of things could happen,
including a locked steeringwheel while driving...
just make sure you disconnect the battery,
if you going fix/repair/look at that lock
or that part of the starter circuit...
test like this if possible..
Voltage Drop Testing a Starter Circuit
GL