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Old Jul 1, 2010 | 01:03 PM
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Need HELP....no start

I have all electrical functions, but it won't even bump the starter. I can almost rule out batteries b/c it was like a light switch, and both bateries are new optima's . I e checked all ignition related fuses?

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Old Jul 1, 2010 | 01:14 PM
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Does the lights just shut off when you go to start?

Check battery connections,
 
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Old Jul 1, 2010 | 02:47 PM
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I had the same happen to me one time right after I had driven the truck.Got my wife to hold the key to the start position and I whacked the starter with a hammer.When the sparks flew out I knew it was time to pull it.Had it checked at a starter shop and it was burned up.They rebuilt it for me and has been good ever sense.
 
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Old Jul 1, 2010 | 02:55 PM
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Do you have an auto tranny? Make sure the shifter is all the way up in P. Mine is a little loose and will get close enough to R that it won't let me start the truck but I have full functionality/power.
 
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