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Old Aug 21, 2018 | 09:44 PM
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My '77 Vette will not start. It started a couple of weeks ago sometimes starting and sometimes it took 3-5 turns of the key. When it did not start, there were no noises or clicks. Lights worked, power windows worked etc. I have replaced the starter, negative battery cable, cleaned all connections including both sides of the positive battery cable. Car has new Alternator and battery is charged. After I replaced the starter I have not been able to start it. Lights work etc but nothing. No clicks, nothing.I am thinking its in the ignition switch? The car has headers but everything seems protected for the heat.
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what voltage reading at the S terminal of the starter solenoid when you are trying to start the car?
if an automatic have you checked the neutral safety switch?
if a manual have you checked the clutch pedal switch?

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Originally Posted by MelWff
what voltage reading at the S terminal of the starter solenoid when you are trying to start the car?
if an automatic have you checked the neutral safety switch?
if a manual have you checked the clutch pedal switch?
Hi and thanks for your help. I have not checked the Voltage at the S terminal, I will do that this afternoon. Its an automatic, where would I find the neutral safety switch?
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this link covers the neutral safety switch
https://www.corvetteforum.com/forums...t-located.html
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Originally Posted by MelWff
this link covers the neutral safety switch
https://www.corvetteforum.com/forums...t-located.html
Thanks! Being an Automatic, I did put it in Neutral as well as move the Steering wheel around and still nothing. I will check the Voltage at the S terminal when I get home.
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