2000 Chevy Blazer 2000 Blazer loses all power when trying t

SKWID

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2000 CHEVROLET BLAZER
6 CYL
4WD
AUTOMATIC
95,000 MILES

I went out to start my truck about an hour after I got home and it acted like it was going to start then it lost all power to the entire vehicle. I had this happen a couple of days ago, but after letting it sit for a little bit it started right up. I was wondering if anyone knows what could be wrong, thanks.

Wednesday, June 24th, 2009 AT 5:15 PM

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JACOBANDNICKOLAS

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110,176 POSTS

Make sure the ground to the engine block is clean and tight. Also, make sure the battery terminals are clean and tight. Take a volt meter and make sure the battery is producing at least 12 volts.

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Wednesday, July 1st, 2009 AT 5:28 PM

SKWID

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Thank you Jacobandnickolas I just haven't had time to check things until today when I stranded myself in a store parking lot. I removed and cleaned the positive cable and it was tight, but it was completely white. Once I cleaned the cable completely with baking soda and water, and a wire brush it started up immediately. Once again thank you your advice worked.

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Monday, July 6th, 2009 AT 9:06 PM

JACOBANDNICKOLAS

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I'm glad it worked. My teacher always said, "regardless of the electrical problem, you always have to start at the power source, the battery." He was a great guy and mechanic. However, he has since passed. A true loss to the industry.

Let us know if you have questions in the future.

Joe

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Monday, July 6th, 2009 AT 11:14 PM