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Tiny
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Would a bad clock spring cause my truck not to start?
Thursday, March 14th, 2019 AT 7:59 PM

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Tiny
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Hi and thanks for using 2CarPros.

A clock spring won't prevent the engine from starting. What is happening?

Let me know.

Joe
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Thursday, March 14th, 2019 AT 9:01 PM
Tiny
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You can turn the key and have power. (Checked battery charge is good.) Turn the key you get nothing.
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Thursday, March 14th, 2019 AT 9:06 PM
Tiny
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Okay, that can be a few things. The first thing that should be checked is if the car starts in neutral. If not, I need you to check for power to the starter itself. I will provide a link that explains how it is done. You will need to use a volt meter, so I will include directions for that, too.

https://www.2carpros.com/articles/starter-not-working-repair

Here are links that explain how to use basic electrical testing equipment:

https://www.2carpros.com/articles/how-to-use-a-voltmeter

https://www.2carpros.com/articles/how-to-use-a-test-light-circuit-tester

https://www.2carpros.com/articles/how-to-check-wiring

Let me know if this is something you feel comfortable trying. If not, I will try a different approach.

Take care,
Joe
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Thursday, March 14th, 2019 AT 9:25 PM
Tiny
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I will most definitely be trying this once day breaks. I will keep you updated.
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Thursday, March 14th, 2019 AT 10:00 PM
Tiny
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Welcome back:

Let me know the results, if you have other questions, or need help.

Take care,
Joe
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Friday, March 15th, 2019 AT 7:00 PM
Tiny
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One of the wires connected to the starter was completely off! After cleaning the connections and replacing a nut we are up and running. Thank you so much.
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Friday, March 15th, 2019 AT 7:24 PM
Tiny
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Welcome back:

That will do it. I'm glad you found it and you are very welcome.

Take care, and let us know if you have questions in the future.

Have a good weekend.

Joe
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Friday, March 15th, 2019 AT 7:29 PM

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