When I turned the key again. Nothing. No crank?

1993 CHEVROLET CHEYENNE
142,000 MILES • 4.3L • V6 • 2WD • AUTOMATIC
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CHEVYME93
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The first time I turned the key, the truck cranked but didn't catch. When I turned the key again...nothing. no crank, no cough amd no clicking. The dash lights and headlights worked fine, didn't dim when I tried starting. Battery is fully charged and corrosion free. Checked wires and no noticeable issues. I know when it clicks, usually it's the starter but I'm not getting even a single click. I have no one to call on for help and need some direction of what else to check. Thanks
Oct 18, 2022 at 5:55 AM
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Even though the starter is not making a noise it sounds like it is bad but to be sure you can use a test light on the trigger wire when A helper is holding the key in the on position.

This guide will help confirm the issue:

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

This generic guide will help walk you through the starter replacement with instructions in the images below to help you with your car:

https://www.2carpros.com/articles/how-to-replace-a-starter-motor

Check out the images (below). Please let us know if you need anything else to get the problem fixed.


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Oct 18, 2022 at 11:19 AM
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