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Date:         Mon, 21 Feb 2011 10:14:54 -0500
Reply-To:     Larry Alofs <lalofs@GMAIL.COM>
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From:         Larry Alofs <lalofs@GMAIL.COM>
Subject:      Re: 91 GL won't start
Comments: To: Jim Felder <jim.felder@gmail.com>
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It's been quite a while since I worked on one, but as I recall, if you unscrew the cover around the base of the shifter and lift it up you will be able to find and study the switches. They may just need a little cleaning or adjusting.

Larry A.

On Mon, Feb 21, 2011 at 9:32 AM, Jim Felder <jim.felder@gmail.com> wrote: > I just went out and tried the suggestion about moving the shift lever > while trying to start, and it started. This means probably that it's > the safety switch. Where is it, what does it take to get to it and > replace it, and any tips from those who have done it? > > Thanks, > > Jim > > On Mon, Feb 21, 2011 at 7:21 AM, David Milo <dellaone@gmail.com> wrote: >> Also, try starting in neutral. I'm headed for my second safety switch >> replacement. >> Dave >> >> On Sun, Feb 20, 2011 at 9:37 PM, Jim Felder <jim.felder@gmail.com> wrote: >>> >>> No sound from the starter at all. It's been taking a number of tries >>> to start, but now it doesn't want to at all. It's an automatic so >>> maybe it could be the safety switch that only lets you start it in >>> park? >>> >>> I plugged the connector into a used (an not known good) switch and >>> tried to start it with a screwdriver. Same thing as the switch that's >>> in the car. Nothing at all. >>> >>> Any suggestions? >>> >>> Jim >> >> >


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