1996 Chevy Cavalier cranking

Tiny
DARREYLHAIRSTON
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  • 1996 CHEVROLET CAVALIER
  • 4 CYL
  • 2WD
  • AUTOMATIC
  • 184,000 MILES
When I turn the key to try and crank it will not turnover, I have interior lights, radio, etc. I jumped the starter with a screwdriver and it cranked. The blower for my ac/heater sometimes comes on then goes out again, is this a ignition switch, alternator, or neutral safety switch problem?
Sunday, November 23rd, 2008 AT 6:41 PM

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Tiny
MMPRINCE4000
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I would think the ignition switch. Locate the NSSS and jump the wire connectors, if it starts, then that is the problem, if not then it is the ignition switch.

If you jump the NSSS, ABSOLUTELY make sure the car is in PARK, wheels blocked, parking brake ON.
Better yet, jack the car up, with front wheels off the ground.
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Monday, November 24th, 2008 AT 9:29 AM

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