Different no start problem
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Mountain Pass
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Different no start problem
Sorry if this is a repeat, but i couldn't find a similar issue searching. I have new batteries and full charge, but when I turn the key there is complete silence...crickets. There is no buzzing/clicking from solenoid and no spin of the starter. I replaced the starter solenoid on the passenger fender and no change. I'm stuck in Tucson about 30 miles from home. Any suggestions on what to try? Thanks
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If its an automatic, try putting the truck in neutral and starting. Or wiggling the shifter. If that does it, the torx bolts may be loose not letting it full engage park.
If all else fails, use a screwdriver and connect the two large wires on the the starter solenoid that you replace. If that does not crank it, hit the starter with a rock/hammer and also make sure all the wires are tight and the starter is tight to the engine. There have been cases of the starter loosening up.
If all else fails, use a screwdriver and connect the two large wires on the the starter solenoid that you replace. If that does not crank it, hit the starter with a rock/hammer and also make sure all the wires are tight and the starter is tight to the engine. There have been cases of the starter loosening up.
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Headlights come on, but go out when key is in start position; interior lights stay on. DP-F5 chip installed.
....It cranked once and almost started. On the next try a minute later, it's back to nothing... silence while turning key to start position.
....It cranked once and almost started. On the next try a minute later, it's back to nothing... silence while turning key to start position.
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This almost sounds like a bad connection at the batteries or bad ground.
I would start at the batteries and work your way from there. Make sure all connections are clean and tight.
Also check the wiring at the starter.
I would start at the batteries and work your way from there. Make sure all connections are clean and tight.
Also check the wiring at the starter.
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It sounds like the battery may be dead. Did you try jumping it? The other possibility is just a dirty battery cable. If you can't pull the battery cables to clean them I've had success twisting a screwdriver or even the ignition key between the battery post and the cable. This may make a connection between the post and the cable just to get it going.
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I don't believe putting it in neutral will make a difference. The headlights wouldn't go out in the start position if that was the problem. I still agree with BillyBob69 that it's a connection problem or just a dead battery. You mentioned you have a new battery. What do you mean by new? Did you change the battery before this happened? Did the truck just die while it was running or did it just fail to start after it was shut off? It's possible your charging system is failing or another possibility is a bad starter. Let us know what you find.
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