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[jt1200r]

i have no power(electric)at the ignition switch. replaced it still the same. i have a gps plugged into the cig. lighter when i turn the key to start (even thou its dead) the gps goes out until i turn the ignition off. any idea what to do ??? i hate electrics

 

[89Suburban]

Check the connection on the alternator, red wire, and fusible link there too. Also check for power on breaker on firewall , 2 studs with red cables. I am assuming the use is fine.

 

[jt1200r]

i also checked(metered) the batt 12.75 volts

 

[jt1200r]

should i put meter on hot side and ground on breaker

 

[jt1200r]

just remembering earlier today went to start everything worked turned key to start made a click and everything went dead. waited a while then it started up fine second time clicked and stayed no power

 

[89Suburban]

Ok, let's retrace some steps here. Why did you replace the ignition switch? Then we will go from here.

 

[89Suburban]

This is also a clue that you may have a loose cable on the battery or at the starter. Take your cables off and check them for corrosion, clean if necessary and re mount snug. I mean where the cables attach to the battery.

 

[jt1200r]

i did that on tuesday (battery cables) will do the starter tomorrow.i replaced the switch because it went dead when i tried to start it.

 

[89Suburban]

Or at least wiggle the cables and see if they are loose.

 

[89Suburban]

i did that on tuesday (battery cables) will do the starter tomorrow.i replaced the switch because it went dead when i tried to start it.

Anything else you did?

Let me grab my wire diagram...

 

[Jims86]

Could be a loose ground at the block, and loose bolt on the batt cable at the starter.

 

[jt1200r]

Will a loose cable make it act like there is no battery when I turn my ignition on to start it

 

[Jims86]

Will a loose cable make it act like there is no battery when I turn my ignition on to start it

Yup, it will click and sometimes make an arcing sound, and will shut off everything, until you turn the key off. kinda like a breaker.

 

[jt1200r]

Cleaned the starter wires.started right .apparently they were a little loose or dirty. All is good. Thanks all

 

[89Suburban]

Cleaned the starter wires.started right .apparently they were a little loose or dirty. All is good. Thanks all

Good job dude.

Grab a can of battery terminal protector and coat it.