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1999 Chevy Cavalier

Tiny
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  • 1999 CHEVROLET CAVALIER
Electrical problem
1999 Chevy Cavalier Automatic 109000 miles

At random times, lights on the dashboard turn on, the car loses power and dies. Sometimes happens when on the road, other times it happens shortly after I start the car or put it in drive. It used to happen only occasionally, but now it's almost every time I drive it. Often there is an audible clicking/scratching sound coming from the ignition. I have had the ignition and wiring checked out a couple times and the mechanics haven't figured out the problem yet.
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Friday, April 4th, 2008 AT 12:34 PM

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Tiny
MERLIN2021
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First thing you need to do is have the codes read, Autozone does it free, Post the results with the code number(s). Even if the service engine light is not on, there should be freeze frame data stored.
If it won't make it to Autozone, buy a cheap scanner, they can be had for 30-40 dollars, a good investment, since they cover all cars sold in the USA from 96 on.
When this happens check the security light on the dash, see if it's blinking.
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Friday, April 4th, 2008 AT 12:40 PM

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