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GMC
Savana
Engine
Symptoms
Not Cranking Over
starter not working?
1997 GMC SAVANA
270,000 MILES • 5.7L
GREG.WILKE
MEMBER
2 POSTS
Changed out alternator, dash lights come on, battery gauge on, won't do more than click when I turn the key. Starter does not engage at all.
Sep 18, 2020 at 12:10 PM
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STRAILER
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Experienced Mechanic
55,583 POSTS
It sounds like the battery is low or is going out. To confirm this guide will confirm the issue:
https://www.2carpros.com/articles/car-battery-load-test
and
https://www.2carpros.com/articles/how-to-replace-a-car-battery
Please run down this guide and report back.
Sep 19, 2020 at 5:52 AM
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