wont start

2002 OLDSMOBILE ALERO
131,000 MILES
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LOGANSDAD
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stalled while stopping at an atm. was still in gear and moving. Fired up twice as soon as put in drive died. Would not refire. radio ,wipers,headlamps work but no dash at all or power windows. Turn key only hear locks engaging and fuel pump when turning key off.
Apr 19, 2013 at 6:01 AM
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DOCFIXIT
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So dash out no gauges? did check engine light come on?
Apr 19, 2013 at 6:13 AM
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LOGANSDAD
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yes no gauges lights nothing on the cluster working. No check engine light didn't come on
Apr 19, 2013 at 6:18 AM
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Where is car now? do you have acess to a volt meter?
Apr 19, 2013 at 7:16 AM
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LOGANSDAD
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in my garage, no i don't have a volt meter, could it be the ignition switch?
Apr 19, 2013 at 7:34 AM
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DOCFIXIT
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It could be many things need a meter Radio Shack has inexpensive one
Apr 19, 2013 at 8:03 AM
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LOGANSDAD
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Hard to get there without a car. Not trying to be a smart aleck, just frustrated. Thanks for your help. Looks like i have to get it towed. was hoping it was something i could find get a ride to buy part and fix it. Really don't know how to use volt meter or where to test. Thanks anyways i appreciate it.
Apr 19, 2013 at 8:09 AM
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DOCFIXIT
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Check fuses in pass compartment and underhood box see if any are blown
Apr 19, 2013 at 8:11 AM
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