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1988 Buick Electra Car won't start

Tiny
SMUELD64
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  • 1988 BUICK ELECTRA
  • 3.8L
  • 6 CYL
  • FWD
  • AUTOMATIC
  • 180,000 MILES
When I turn the key to the on position, I hear the fuel system working but, the car not
making a sound, I can start it from underneath but, not from the ignition and, the security
Light keeps flashing but I have a key with no chip.
Friday, July 25th, 2014 AT 6:46 PM

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Tiny
FREEMBA
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  • 1,152 POSTS
Try to disarm the system by unlocking the passenger side door (from outside using the key).
If this works the vehicle should start [assuming that the SECURITY system at fault].
If so, check for an open circuit in the wire leading from the door lock cylinder on the drivers' side.
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