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Replaced the idler pulley or tensioner and the drive belt and now the engine will not start

Tiny
RHONDA PARRENT-SPENCER
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  • 1996 SAAB 900
  • 2.3L
  • 4 CYL
  • 2WD
  • MANUAL
  • 135,000 MILES
The idler pulley or tensioner broke, so it started shredding the drive belt. I replaced both and now the engine wont start.
Friday, September 30th, 2016 AT 2:41 PM

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Tiny
KEN L
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Hi RHONDA,

It sounds like you may have an accessory that has locked up, can you remove the belt and see if the engine starts?

Please let us know what you find so it will help others.

Best, Ken
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Tuesday, October 4th, 2016 AT 10:32 AM
Tiny
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It ended up be the ignition switch, which is hard to find but I've located. Thank you.
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Tuesday, October 4th, 2016 AT 12:58 PM
Tiny
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Please use 2CarPros anytime, we are here to help and tell a friend.

Best, Ken
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Tuesday, October 4th, 2016 AT 2:40 PM

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