96 saturn sw2 flooded in water

1996 SATURN SW2
164,000 MILES • 4 CYL
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DJFIEL247
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I drove my 96 Saturn Sw2 through a huge water puddle and my car died driving through it and hasnt started in two weeks. When we try to start it all we hear is a tick sound. What could be wrong?
Aug 7, 2011 at 8:25 PM
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RASMATAZ
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No crank at all/nothing/nada when key is engage to starting position

Could be a blown fusible link, the starter, starter relay, clutch switch/park and neutral switch/transmission position switch and ignition switch assuming the battery and connections are good. Note:If it doesn't apply disregard.
Aug 7, 2011 at 8:58 PM
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SATURNTECH9
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Just to add to this one sounds like the engine got water in and locked up.Get a wrench and see if the engine turns over.Remove the spark plugs and see if there is any water in the plug holes.
Aug 7, 2011 at 9:23 PM
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