1999 Suzuki Vitara Won't Start

Tiny
RICKDRAWS
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  • 1999 SUZUKI VITARA
  • 6 CYL
  • 4WD
  • AUTOMATIC
  • 90,000 MILES
I drove it to work just fine and now it won't start. I tried jumping it both with another vehicle and with a portable battery/starter. It doesn't spin and occasionally makes a clicking noise when key is on at top of engine. I also attempted starting in neutral.
Tuesday, December 8th, 2009 AT 10:58 AM

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Tiny
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Hi rickdraws and TY for the donation

Have helper hold key at start position and you check for power at the starter black and yellow wire-power there defective starter -No power could be the transmission range switch and ignition switch.


https://www.2carpros.com/forum/automotive_pictures/12900_start_6.jpg



https://www.2carpros.com/forum/automotive_pictures/12900_start2_5.jpg

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Tuesday, December 8th, 2009 AT 12:39 PM
Tiny
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If it does not start in neutral, does that rule out transmission switch?
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Tuesday, December 8th, 2009 AT 12:46 PM
Tiny
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If it doesn't start at neutral the transmission range switch is either defective or needs adjustment-should start at both position
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Tuesday, December 8th, 2009 AT 1:03 PM

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