2000 Other Oldsmobile Models engine or starter?

Tiny
RUSTJUST
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  • 2000 OLDSMOBILE
  • 6 CYL
  • FWD
  • AUTOMATIC
  • 113,000 MILES
I was driving this van and it died on me, I managed to get it started again but it only went a short wat and died again, now when I try to start it the starter click once and the motor wont turn over, there is no oil in the coolant and no coolant in the oil, new battery and all other elec stuff workd (windows headlights etc.). I can put the van in gear and push it in both forward and reverse, how can I tell if the motor has locked up or if it is a starter or altenator issue, I checked all fused (under dash and under hood), any help would be appreciated. Rusty
Friday, August 8th, 2008 AT 10:38 AM

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Tiny
RASMATAZ
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What kind of Olds is this -Is it Bravada/Cutlass?

Probable Causes-could be ignition switch, transmission range switch, starter relay, and starter itself
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Friday, August 8th, 2008 AT 2:20 PM
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Check the Battery, cables, and starter, if voltage at battery is 12volts, crank and watch volteage, if it drops more than 1 or 2 volts the battery is no good, check cables for clean and tight at both ends. Can it be jump started?
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Saturday, August 9th, 2008 AT 7:29 AM

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