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Old Mar 12, 2019 | 04:32 PM
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86 6.9 turns over by the solenoid but not by ignition switch. Glow plug indicator light comes on but not cycling..
 
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manual trans, or automatic?
do you feel resistance and does the key pop back to run on it's own when turned to start?
 
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It is a manual transmission. There is resistance and yes it does return to start once an attempt has been made to turn it over
 
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Old Mar 13, 2019 | 12:27 PM
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ok. resistance and return to run means the ignition actuator is probably good. this would then point to the clutch interrupter switch on the clutch pedal assembly being bad.
 
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You can test the clutch safety switch by unplugging it and sticking a fuse in the connector. That's how I have mine set up for clutchless starts. Nobody drives it but me so I don't see it as a safety issue
 
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There is nothing plugged into my clutch assembly. Looks like the previous owner cut it.
 
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are there two wires hanging there that are not connected to anything?
they may be the wires that should be connected to the switch.
 
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Well I got him running again. I just wanted to say thank you for your assistance. But simply put... Check and clean all electrical contact when working with older model vehicle
 
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clean electrical connections are just as important for newer vehicles too since everything on them is electrically controlled.
 
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Lol you have a point there. But that's exactly why I like the oldie but goodies
 
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