Key will not crank engine

Tiny
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  • 2001 BUICK CENTURY
  • 3.1L
  • V6
  • 2WD
  • AUTOMATIC
  • 180,000 MILES
I took out steering wheel to replace rack and pinion and now my key will not start the car. But will start when I jump off solenoid.
Sunday, December 9th, 2018 AT 9:16 AM

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Tiny
KEN L
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Hello,

Can I ask if the security light is flashing when you try to crank it over? This guide can help:

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

Please run down this guide and report back.

Cheers, Ken

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