2001 Oldsmobile Aurora won't start

2001 OLDSMOBILE AURORA
102,000 MILES • 6 CYL • FWD • AUTOMATIC
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EBAYAREAGUY
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When I turn the key all the gauges come on as well as the radio,but it dosen't turn the starter over.The security symbol does go out as well.
Feb 10, 2010 at 10:22 AM
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JACOBANDNICKOLAS
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If the security light goes out, then the security system is working. What I need you to check is this. Have a helper turn the key to the start position while you check for power to the smaller wire on the starter. You should be getting 12+ volts. Let me know what you find.

Joe
Feb 13, 2010 at 1:06 PM
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EBAYAREAGUY
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Sorry it took so long to reply,but I would get 11.7 volts consistently.
Feb 15, 2010 at 4:20 PM
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