1974 Ford Pinto Car Will Start By Key Jump Starter Run Great Turn Off Key

1974 FORD PINTO
74 MILES
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car will not start by key . . can jump it at starter and it will run great and it will turn off by key. starter, battery and selenoid are good. all cables are tight and great condition.
Dec 30, 2012 at 8:12 AM
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Your starter control circuit on the ignition switch is open, wire to starter relay open or the starter relay is defective
Dec 30, 2012 at 8:41 AM
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