Won't Start
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Won't Start
Hey guys, I replaced some bulbs in my 75 vette and now my starter will not turn over. I've tested the starter and it is good. I also know that it is getting power. When I push the clutch in and turn the key, my lights are dimming so I would think the ignition switch is ok. I replaced the battery last year and also put a charge on it just in case. Any ideas?
Last edited by jsholm2; Jul 3, 2012 at 08:31 PM.
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Round up the usual suspects..
Check the connections at the battery posts and the ground wires.
Then jumper from the battery terminal on the solenoid to the small terminal on the solenoid near the block and see if the starter turns over.
If good then attach a test light between the small terminal and a ground and see if the test light goes on when you turn the key to START.
Then jumper from the battery terminal on the solenoid to the small terminal on the solenoid near the block and see if the starter turns over.
If good then attach a test light between the small terminal and a ground and see if the test light goes on when you turn the key to START.
