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1991 Geo Prizm Car Won't Start

Tiny
PRINCEPRINCESS
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  • 1991 GEO PRIZM
  • 4 CYL
  • 2WD
  • AUTOMATIC
  • 157,000 MILES
The ignition switch, the starter, and the key cylinder have all been replaced. The car will not start with the key; however, it will start if a wire is run from the starter and connected to the battery.
Saturday, August 29th, 2009 AT 7:28 PM

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Tiny
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Hello -

To better assist you is your model just the Prizm, or the GSi, or the LSi, and please tell me your engine size in liter
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Saturday, August 29th, 2009 AT 11:45 PM
Tiny
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Check for voltage at solenoid switch with key to start. Car on stands.

If no voltage, then check two main fuse boxes, look at fuseable links "engine main", CDS, but check all links in fusebox.
You can sometimes find these entire boxes at junkyard, they are handy to have, since you can only get them (usually) from Toyota and they are expensive. Look for 90-92 Geo Prizm, Toyota Corolla.

If voltage, then starter may be bound, or flexplate loose in bind.

Most likely it is a fuseable link or possibly wiring to it.
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Sunday, August 30th, 2009 AT 6:45 AM

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