1991 Buick Century I changed the starter and it still won't

165,000 MILES • 6 CYL • FWD • AUTOMATIC
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RUSS0427
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So I have a 91 Buick Century. I have full power when I turn the key but the engine won't crank. I changed the starter but it still won't crank. I can start the car if I turn the key on and then short out the starter. Any ideas to what else it could be?
Jan 28, 2008 at 1:01 AM
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[quote:68a9dbb71e="russ0427"]Electrical problem
1991 Buick Century 6 cyl Front Wheel Drive Automatic 165000 miles
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So I have a 91 Buick Century. I have full power when I turn the key but the engine won't crank. I changed the starter but it still won't crank. I can start the car if I turn the key on and then short out the starter. Any ideas to what else it could be?[/quote:68a9dbb71e]

check wiring
check /replace neutral safety switch on the tranny
check ignition switch
Jan 28, 2008 at 10:48 AM
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