At 08:06 PM 8/31/2013, JRodgers wrote: >Key in the ignition - Tranny to neutral, turn switch - system hot, pause >- turn switch to engage starter. Starter engages and turns engine like >crazy. Does "like crazy" mean faster than normal? That would indicate a mechanical problem with compression, which could make the engine hard to start. > Engine refuses to start. Doesn't even sputter. Ignition off - try >a gain. Same scene. No start - even a sputter. If cranking is normal rather than fast, likeliest candidate is the ignition switch, I would think, breaking the 15 circuit when the key is turned to start. Quick test would be to try starting by using a remote switch or jumper lead from alternator B+ to the starter control terminal. If it will start that way I'd call it a very good bet that the ignition switch is the culprit. Failing that it's time to get out the voltmeter and see what should be getting voltage and isn't. Possibly an engine ground problem brought out by the high cranking current? Yours, David |
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