wont start when you turn the key?

1994 NISSAN 300ZX
127,000 MILES • 6 CYL • 2WD • AUTOMATIC
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WICKEDZ1
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My 94 300zx wont start when you turn the key. The radio turns off and the antenna will lower but all the lights in the dash stay on. The engine will not turn over and the starter wont click. Battery power is good.
Dec 12, 2007 at 7:25 PM
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BLACKOP555
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sounds to me that you have a faulty ignition switch, are you using a coded key and is the theft light on? if no then check the ignition switch.
Dec 12, 2007 at 8:29 PM
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STRAILER
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to me it sounds like the starter motor is bad, please go over this video to see what I am talking about.

https://youtu.be/6YRW8fyNudY?si=Bs5NGKfAWRsNv-BL

Also, this guide can how you how to check for power at the trigger wire.

https://www.2carpros.com/articles/starter-not-working-repair

Here is how to change the starter motor out in case you need it. Check out the images (below). Let us know what you find.


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