My car won't start, makes absolutely no noise.

2004 PONTIAC 1000
133,000 MILES
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C.LASKA
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Car wouldn't start. Won't even turn over. Replaced starter still nothing. But I think the bolts are loose, could that be a problem? Also, we tried jumping it, still nothing. All the lights and radio and everything work fine. Making absolutely no sound at all when you turn the key, maybe clicked once one time.
Aug 7, 2012 at 4:39 PM
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ASEMASTER6371
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check for power to the little wire at the starter motor when the key is in the start position. it may be a bad starter

Roy
Aug 7, 2012 at 4:55 PM
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C.LASKA
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The starter turns over when you use a wrench. Just not when you turn the key.
Aug 7, 2012 at 5:15 PM
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ASEMASTER6371
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ok, still check for power to that wire.

Roy
Aug 7, 2012 at 5:21 PM
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KHLOW2008
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You could have a faulty ignition switch, starter relay or the immobilizer is triggerred (if equipped).
Aug 7, 2012 at 5:29 PM
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