Key start problem, will not stat

Tiny
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  • 2006 GMC SIERRA
  • 6 CYL
  • 2WD
  • AUTOMATIC
  • 230,000 MILES
Turn key to accept, only A/C blower comes on, no radio or gauges and will not start.
Saturday, July 7th, 2018 AT 6:13 PM

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Tiny
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Hi and thanks for using 2CarPros. Com.

The first thing I need you to check is the ignition fuse under the hood. It is in the power distribution box. I had a truck last week that did the same thing. Actually, we could not remove the key or take it out of park.

I have attached a picture of the fuse layout. Picture 2 is of the amperage fuse required. These are not the tiny fuses. Look for Ignition fuse A and B. Both are 40 amp fuses. See attached pictures.

Let me know if this helps.

Take care,
Joe
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Sunday, July 8th, 2018 AT 9:38 PM
Tiny
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Thank you for the response, I drive a big truck during the week so I will be able to look at it Saturday. Thanks again for the direction.
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Tuesday, July 10th, 2018 AT 7:02 PM
Tiny
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Happy to help. Keep me in the loop and let me know what you find.

Safe travels,

Joe
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Wednesday, July 11th, 2018 AT 7:18 PM
Tiny
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Okay, I found the two fuse's, both are good. What is next? This may take a while due to my limited time available to work on my truck, I apologize in advance if I bother you.
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Friday, July 13th, 2018 AT 6:32 PM
Tiny
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Never a bother. Can you tell me if the security light is flashing when you try and crank it over? If so the system needs to be reset. Here is a guide:

https://www.2carpros.com/articles/how-to-reset-a-security-system

Please run down this guide and report back.

Cheers, Ken
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Monday, July 16th, 2018 AT 2:00 PM
Tiny
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No security system on my truck. I get no lights on dash, no crank, only blower motor, (if I have blower turned on) when key is turned to accessories.
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Monday, July 16th, 2018 AT 6:34 PM
Tiny
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Can you go to the fuse panel and with a test light see if most of the fuses have power with the key on? Here is a guide to help with the fuse panel locations:

https://www.2carpros.com/articles/how-to-check-a-car-fuse

It sounds like an ignition switch or a fusible link I will walk you through it.

Check out the diagrams (below). Please run this test and get back to us.

Cheers, Ken
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Tuesday, July 17th, 2018 AT 11:25 AM

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