Ignition

Tiny
MIGUELJACOBO
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  • 2002 OLDSMOBILE ALERO
  • 3.4L
  • 6 CYL
  • 2WD
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  • 208,605 MILES
My car turned off on me while driving and since then it hasn't started again. I replaced the battery the starter and checked the alternator. The alternator is good. The car still won't start. It went from a clicking noise when I turn the ignition to a slow n short crank. Please advice.
Friday, December 25th, 2015 AT 1:10 AM

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Tiny
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It sounds like you have a connection issue there somewhere. Go back over all the cable connections, both positive and negative.
Also make sure all your fluid levels are good and the motor isn't seizing up for any reason.
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Friday, December 25th, 2015 AT 4:33 AM
Tiny
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Thanks for your reply. I checked all the wires and harnesses to the alternator, starter, and the battery when I replaced them. All seem to be in working order.
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Friday, December 25th, 2015 AT 7:58 AM
Tiny
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See if you can rotate the engine by hand with a socket on the crankshaft bolt.
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Friday, December 25th, 2015 AT 10:45 AM
Tiny
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Sorry it's taken me awhile to reply. All work and no play at this end even on the holidays. Where would the crankshaft be located?
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Saturday, December 26th, 2015 AT 11:09 AM
Tiny
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In the center of the big pulley at the front of the motor.
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Saturday, December 26th, 2015 AT 11:11 AM

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