had aftermarket alarm shorted a wire so removed now crank no start after removal?

1999 MAZDA PROTEGE

168,743 MILES • 1.8L • 4 CYL • 2WD • MANUAL

CRAIGGGEE

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Bought the car it was running at the time, he claimed it was a problem with the security unit. which is why this aftermarket alarm was in it to maybe bypass but wasn't specific. I don't know much about cars, but I can read and follow directions. I did a regular tune up and found oil on spark plugs. changed valve cover gasket, replaced spark plugs, she started drive around the block she shut off. removed alarm burnt a red wire. now crank no start. no fuel pump unless jumped and no spark. I think help me.

Sep 16, 2023 at 1:24 AM

JACOBANDNICKOLAS

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Hi,

Did you cause a red wire to burn or was it already burnt? Also, where was it located or what components did it go to? Does the starter still engage?

Let me know.

Joe

Sep 17, 2023 at 7:53 AM

CRAIGGGEE

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I'm not quite sure if the starter engages fully, I know it spins and I burnt the red wire and I believe it goes to the alarm relay. sorry for the late reply.

Sep 17, 2023 at 11:51 AM

CRAIGGGEE

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Also, I removed the passenger floor well to get to the PCM and noticed a few wires spliced together with one missing and thought it's a ground. So, I grounded it and now I'm getting 12 v to my crank and cam sensor where it wasn't before but will verify that's the reason and will be posting some pics soon.

Sep 17, 2023 at 11:52 AM

JACOBANDNICKOLAS

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Hi,

If the starter spins but doesn't engage with the engine, the Bendix is faulty. If possible, record it and upload it for me to hear.

Let me know.

Joe

Sep 18, 2023 at 6:02 AM

CRAIGGGEE

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Everything spins belts and pulleys. so, I assume it's good will record.

Sep 19, 2023 at 6:35 PM

JACOBANDNICKOLAS

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Hi,

If you see the belts turning, the starter is doing its job. I need to hear it cranking to make a determination.

Let me know.

Joe

Sep 21, 2023 at 10:57 AM

CRAIGGGEE

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I apologize sincerely for no response I had a death in the family I am now able to respond in a timely manner thank you for your patience will be recording and sending first thing. also, I wanted to note I just discovered a spliced in ob2 orange in color connector inches from the PCM in the harness.

Sep 30, 2023 at 8:47 AM

JACOBANDNICKOLAS

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Hi,

No problem whatsoever. I'm sorry for your loss. I hope you are okay.

Whenever you have a chance or need me, let me know. No rush.

Take care,

joe

Sep 30, 2023 at 2:44 PM

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