2000 Chevy Impala

JAG1123

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2000 CHEVROLET IMPALA
6 CYL
FWD
AUTOMATIC
146,000 MILES

The car was a gift, im having problem were it wont start. Starter, battery, alternator is good. Factory radio has been replace with aftermarket radio. Is it true that thats causing it not to start? I was told that the factory radio needs to be connected to its original harness but install in the trunk because the radio's wiring sends signal to ignition. Please I need help i've been stranded at 1 am. Until I get lucky and the car starts.

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LOUT5369

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The radio has nothing to do with it, Does the motor spin over when you turn the key?If not then either the starter went or the starter relay/fuse is bad, if it does spin but won't fire, either the fuel pump went or you're losing a signal from the crank sensor. Either way you have to get it to a repair shop.

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Saturday, October 3rd, 2009 AT 12:40 PM

JAG1123

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Were is the crank sensor located

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Sunday, October 4th, 2009 AT 4:44 PM

LOUT5369

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Depending on which motor you have, it could be behind the balancer if you have a 3.8L, If you have a 3.4 there could be 2-3 crank sensors.1- behind the balancer.2-below the intake plenum.3- on the lower r/hand side of the block. You're better off gettin it to a shop.

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Monday, October 5th, 2009 AT 10:58 AM