Starter not working

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DAN75
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  • 1999 CHEVROLET LUMINA
  • 6 CYL
  • 2WD
  • AUTOMATIC
  • 260,000 MILES
I have a 99 chevy lumina, 3100 engine, will not start or even turn over. In start position I have power to starter celinoid and will start by shorting across the starter terminals in on position. I do have security light on and can't seem to cancel in normal way. I already checked battery, cables, fuses, and starter.
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Monday, June 24th, 2019 AT 6:47 PM (Merged)
Tiny
DORATHEEXPLORER
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The pic of the component center that you sent is under the passenger side interior. I definately needed that one too, so thank you. Here are pics of the power distribution box located under the hood, passenger side. The fuse that kept blowing is marked distributor & had a 10 amp in it. I put in a 15amp and now it doesn't blow. Also, there are 3 60amp fuses & 3 30amp fuses in the box that aren't labeled. Any ideas? Again, Thanks So Much for all your help.


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https://www.2carpros.com/forum/automotive_pictures/16444_fb2_2.jpg

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Monday, June 24th, 2019 AT 6:47 PM (Merged)
Tiny
YUNGFOON
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Did you fix your problem?I have the similar problem.
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SATURNTECH9
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Thats why it wont turn over is because the security light on have it scanned for codes and let me know the exact codes you have.
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Monday, June 24th, 2019 AT 6:47 PM (Merged)
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KHLOW2008
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Hi,

Sorry for the mixup. My data shows only 2 pcs of 30 A maxi-fuse. None of the fuse was marked distrubutor in my database so can you please tell me the fuse # from the diagram, ( is it Fuse # 7, Direct Ignition System )? Btw to be sure I get the correct details, I need the engine variant of your vehicle as different engine variant has different wiring diagrams.


https://www.2carpros.com/forum/automotive_pictures/192750_ElecCenterRH91Lumina_1.jpg



Fuse Identification
1 - 20 Amp Air Pump (3.4L Manual)
2 - 15 Amp Trunk Release, Back-Up Lights
3 - Not Used
4 - Service 3.4L DOHC V6
5 - Service 3.4L DOHC V6
6 - 4 Amp Injectors (4-Cylinder Engine)
7 - 10 Amp Direct Ignition System
8 - 10 Amp Injectors (3.1L V6 Engine)
9 - Not Used
10 - 15 Amp Ignition System
11 - 10 Amp Ignition

Relay Identification
12 - Air Pump Relay (3.4L DOHC V6)
13 - Not Used
14 - Heavy Duty Cooling Fan Relay
15 - Cooling Fan Relay
16 - A/C Compressor Clutch Relay

Maxi-Fuse Identification
17 - 60 Amp Starter Solenoid
18 - 30 Amp Cooling Fan (2.5L & 3.1L); 60 Amp Cooling Fan (3.4L DOHC V6)
19 - 60 Amp High Blower
20 - 60 Amp Cooling Fan
21 - 30 Amp Ignition
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Monday, June 24th, 2019 AT 6:47 PM (Merged)
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TIGER123
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I had same problem. My mechanic change ignition coil and pick up coil and its working fine.
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Monday, June 24th, 2019 AT 6:47 PM (Merged)
Tiny
DAN75
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Had it scanned - no codes showed up
used ohm meter - no continuity to cylinder and key
possible broken wire to cylinder?
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Monday, June 24th, 2019 AT 6:47 PM (Merged)
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It is fuse #7. And I believe it's your standard 6 cyl. The one that's in 90% of these cars is what I was told. But your pic definatley looks like the one I have.
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So you have no connection between the two to the ignition switch?If so there could be a broken wire or bad cylinder.
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Monday, June 24th, 2019 AT 6:47 PM (Merged)
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KHLOW2008
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Fuse # 7 is the main power supply for the Direct Ignition System and if it keeps blowing, you might have a failing control unit or there are some wires that are exposed.


https://www.2carpros.com/forum/automotive_pictures/192750_DIS91Lumina01_1.jpg

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Monday, June 24th, 2019 AT 6:47 PM (Merged)
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DAN75
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Ran a jumper wire -- turn key to on, push jumper button and car will start now -- hoping this will work for the long term until we can get a different car, thanks for your input
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As long as you have a relay between your button and starter or you will have a problem.
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