2000 Volkswagen Cabriolet Won't start

2000 VOLKSWAGEN CABRIOLET
100,000 MILES
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CLINTSAVAGE
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No power at starter
Selinoid when trying to start the engine. Tested with voltage tester and verified no current. All works if small wire is run from battery to solenoid...............................what to do?................................
Jun 1, 2013 at 3:18 PM
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Check that you have a circuit back to the ignition switch and see if the switch is actually working.
Jun 1, 2013 at 5:03 PM
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Have you had a look at the switch yet?
Jun 3, 2013 at 2:31 AM
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