Crank no start, has spark

BUTCHCASSIDY

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2001 CHEVROLET S-10
4.3L
6 CYL
2WD
AUTOMATIC
160,000 MILES

Replaced fuel pump, filter, relay, fuel pump regulator, replaced plugs, wires, and installed new ignition switch. Now I can’t turn the key passed the third click (first click off, second accessories, third on, fourth to start). Out old ignition switch back in and same problem.

Thursday, July 11th, 2019 AT 10:20 AM

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SCGRANTURISMO

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Hello,

In the diagrams down below I have included the instructions for the removal and installation of your vehicle's ignition lock cylinder. Please go through this guide and get back to us with what you are able to find out.

Thanks,
Alex
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Thursday, July 11th, 2019 AT 12:53 PM

BUTCHCASSIDY

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I had the key lock cylinder removed already and tried starting it with a screwdriver, it still wouldn’t turn past run. I found a plastic clip attached to a cable that ran to my shifter, when I removed it I was able to get it to crank again. I suspect the plastic piece is worn and won’t allow the key to spin all the way.

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Thursday, July 11th, 2019 AT 1:20 PM

SCGRANTURISMO

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Hello again,

It's probably a little plastic arm that goes to the ignition switch and pushes an arm in the switch as the key is turned in the lock cylinder. A lot of times these will break and then the key and the lock cylinder itself will be to spin around in a complete circle and do nothing at all.

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Alex
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Thursday, July 11th, 2019 AT 9:54 PM