Oldsmobile Cutlass Ignition
#1
Oldsmobile Cutlass Ignition
1991 Oldsmobile - Cutlass Supreme. When I turn the ignition all the lights go on, the radio turns on etc. - as if I turned the ignition halfway. However, the engine doesn't turn over, it doesn't make a sound at all.
What does this mean? Thanks.
What does this mean? Thanks.
#2
First item: Check all fuses.
Several possiblities with starter/solenoid being bad near the top of the list. Ignition switch circuit problem also a possibility. If you can get to the starter, give it a couple of good whacks with a hammer (don't hit anywhere on it that will do damage like on a terminal). If the car then turns over - bad starter.
Aditional info: When you turn the key does ANYTHING happen, i.e. instrument panel warning lights dim, etc? And you said the engine makes no sound at all, does that include no clicking of any kind?
Several possiblities with starter/solenoid being bad near the top of the list. Ignition switch circuit problem also a possibility. If you can get to the starter, give it a couple of good whacks with a hammer (don't hit anywhere on it that will do damage like on a terminal). If the car then turns over - bad starter.
Aditional info: When you turn the key does ANYTHING happen, i.e. instrument panel warning lights dim, etc? And you said the engine makes no sound at all, does that include no clicking of any kind?