engine wont turn over

1999 MERCURY MARQUIS
130,000 MILES • V8
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VINCE DANAGHER
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99 grand marquis ,.horn power doorlocks radio heater blower headlights chimes all work. but, put the key in ignition and nothin! no click , nothing and oh yes the digital inst panel doesnt light up, under hood #2 fuse appears good , please help
Feb 19, 2011 at 12:23 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 the starter, starter relay, clutch switch/park and neutral switch/transmission position switch and ignition switch assuming the battery condition and connections are good. Note:If it doesn't apply disregard.
Mar 10, 2011 at 5:59 PM
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VINCE DANAGHER
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the car does start when its jump stared from the high current relay center , so , that means solenoid and starter is ok .dash still blacked out and ignition key still inoperative , this leaves safety switch mounted on transmission suspect .im putting the car in for diagnostic testing to make sure i get the right repair
Mar 10, 2011 at 8:50 PM
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