1999 Suzuki Vitara Won't Start

1999 SUZUKI VITARA
90,000 MILES • 6 CYL • 4WD • AUTOMATIC
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RICKDRAWS
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I drove it to work just fine and now it won't start. I tried jumping it both with another vehicle and with a portable battery/starter. It doesn't spin and occasionally makes a clicking noise when key is on at top of engine. I also attempted starting in neutral.
Dec 8, 2009 at 10:58 AM
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RASMATAZ
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Hi rickdraws and TY for the donation Have helper hold key at start position and you check for power at the starter black and yellow wire-power there defective starter -No power could be the transmission range switch and ignition switch.


https://www.2carpros.com/forum/automotive_pictures/12900_start_6.jpg


https://www.2carpros.com/forum/automotive_pictures/12900_start2_5.jpg

Dec 8, 2009 at 12:39 PM
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RICKDRAWS
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If it does not start in neutral, does that rule out transmission switch?
Dec 8, 2009 at 12:46 PM
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RASMATAZ
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If it doesn't start at neutral the transmission range switch is either defective or needs adjustment-should start at both position
Dec 8, 2009 at 1:03 PM