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1997 Saturn SL1 Problems starting

Tiny
TILEGUY33
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  • 1997 SATURN SL1
  • 4 CYL
  • 2WD
  • AUTOMATIC
  • 104,000 MILES
My 1997 Saturn SL1 won't start until numerous attempts. It does'nt turn over at all but dash lights, radio, headlights all work fine. No noise at all when trying to start it. It is winter and very cold out.
Sunday, January 10th, 2010 AT 9:54 AM

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Tiny
SATURNTECH9
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So does the starter engage?Dies the engine crank over?Do u have a test light?
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Sunday, January 10th, 2010 AT 11:12 AM
Tiny
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Starter does not engage, engine does not crank over, nothing happens except power from the battery. Still cold out, but it started right up this morning. Ignition switch maybe?
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Monday, January 11th, 2010 AT 4:13 PM
Tiny
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I doubt its the ignition I havent really seen those fail for that.I was thinking more like the started or battery.I would make sure the cables are clean and tight have the battery and alternator tested to start with but u said the starter makes no noise so it could very well be the starter. If u had a test light we could narrow down the problem to the cause. Do the things I asked first get a test light if u have too then let me know.
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Monday, January 11th, 2010 AT 5:15 PM

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