Ignition

2002 OLDSMOBILE ALERO
208,605 MILES • 3.4L • 6 CYL • 2WD • AUTOMATIC
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MIGUELJACOBO
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My car turned off on me while driving and since then it hasn't started again. I replaced the battery the starter and checked the alternator. The alternator is good. The car still won't start. It went from a clicking noise when I turn the ignition to a slow n short crank. Please advice.
Dec 24, 2015 at 5:10 PM
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WRENCHTECH
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It sounds like you have a connection issue there somewhere. Go back over all the cable connections, both positive and negative.
Also make sure all your fluid levels are good and the motor isn't seizing up for any reason.
Dec 24, 2015 at 8:33 PM
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MIGUELJACOBO
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Thanks for your reply. I checked all the wires and harnesses to the alternator, starter, and the battery when I replaced them. All seem to be in working order.
Dec 24, 2015 at 11:58 PM
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WRENCHTECH
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See if you can rotate the engine by hand with a socket on the crankshaft bolt.
Dec 25, 2015 at 2:45 AM
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MIGUELJACOBO
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Sorry it's taken me awhile to reply. All work and no play at this end even on the holidays. Where would the crankshaft be located?
Dec 26, 2015 at 3:09 AM
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WRENCHTECH
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In the center of the big pulley at the front of the motor.
Dec 26, 2015 at 3:11 AM
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