No crank no start issue

Hi,

If you still have the jumper connected, you should still have power. However, what you described sounds like a faulty connection.

Most commonly, a loose battery terminal will cause what you described. When you turn the key to run, it has power. However, when you turn the key to start, the heavy draw from the starter causes it to lose connection temporarily.

Take a look through this link and let me know your thoughts:

https://www.2carpros.com/articles/everything-goes-dead-when-engine-is-cranked

Please note that in most cases the problem is with the battery terminals. However, it can be on the opposite ends of the battery cables where they attach.

Let me know.

Take care,

Joe

Hi,

If the lights aren't dimming at all when you try to start it, it sounds like the starter simply isn't getting power. However, I need to confirm something. You indicate the lights don't dim but also mentioned it's like it is trying to turn over. Please explain. Do you hear a click or anything when turning the key to the start position?

Let me know. If you could record what is happening and upload it for me, it may be helpful.

Take care,

Joe

Does the click come from the starter motor? Do this. At the starter, there will be a heavy gauge red wire that should have 12v at all times. First, confirm that is the case.

If it does, have a helper try to start the vehicle. When the start button is pressed, you should then have 12v to the smaller gauge white wire.

If you have both, the starter is likely bad. Try this and let me know what you find.

I attached the starter schematic for your reference. Additionally, here is a link you may find helpful:

https://www.2carpros.com/articles/how-to-check-wiring

Let me know.

Joe

See pic below.

Hi,

I didn't realize it was spinning. I thought there was no response when you tried starting it. As far as the flywheel, it will turn when it's in park.

If the starter is spinning and the drive gear doesn't kick out, the Bendix is bad and prevents it from engaging with the flywheel. However, you mentioned it only clicked, so that threw me.

Have you tried a new starter yet?

Let me know.

Joe

Were you able to check for power at the white wire on the starter to determine if it was getting what it needed to engage? I ask because if you had power, it should have at least spun.

Let me know.

Joe

Yes, the drive gear should kick out, so it contacts the flywheel. If it doesn't, you are better off just replacing the starter. Years ago, we would rebuild them, but the cost of labor now would likely cause this to be a more expensive route.

Regardless, let me know if the new starter takes care of the issue.

Take care,

Joe

Hi,

Are you sure the engine isn't locked? If you place a socket and a breaker bar on the crankshaft pulley bolt, are you able to turn the engine? If the starter can't turn the engine and it's smoking, that is what it sounds like.

Let me know.

Joe

Hi,

Something is preventing the starter from turning the engine. Are you able to get to anything that will turn the engine?

Also, if you go to the center bolt on the crankshaft pulley, you have to be careful not to loosen it. If it becomes loose, the timing will require adjustment.

Let me know.

Joe

Hi,

When you loosen the center bolt, it changes the crankshaft position sensor angle. Take a look at the pic below.

As far as the shift lock is concerned, you can manually bypass it. The remaining pics below are the directions to release the shifter.

Let me know if this helps.

Take care,

Joe

See pics below.