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What does no crank mean on a Chevy Cobalt?

What does no crank mean on a Chevy Cobalt?

One other thing I forgot to mention…..engine light is on with code P1682 which I have been previously told should not cause a no crank condition but can cause a no start or reduced power condition. Another weird thing about this code is that I really can’t clear it.

How many volts does a Chevy Cobalt have?

Not open for further replies. With ignition in crank position there is 12 volts going to starter signal wire as long as it is unplugged from starter but shows 0 volts if plugged into starter?

What does no crank no start no click mean?

Diagnostics > By Symptom > No start > No crank no start no click –… GM has issued a technical service bulletin (TSB) #PIP4208 to deal with a no crank, no start, no click situation on the following vehicles: The starting procedure on these vehicles is fairly complicated and the root problem lies in the ignition switch.

One other thing I forgot to mention…..engine light is on with code P1682 which I have been previously told should not cause a no crank condition but can cause a no start or reduced power condition. Another weird thing about this code is that I really can’t clear it.

Not open for further replies. With ignition in crank position there is 12 volts going to starter signal wire as long as it is unplugged from starter but shows 0 volts if plugged into starter?

Diagnostics > By Symptom > No start > No crank no start no click –… GM has issued a technical service bulletin (TSB) #PIP4208 to deal with a no crank, no start, no click situation on the following vehicles: The starting procedure on these vehicles is fairly complicated and the root problem lies in the ignition switch.

Why does my car not start when I crank the engine?

If the engine doesn’t crank, or makes an unusual noise when cranking, you may have a starting system problem. The car’s security system may have made an error that disabled the fuel or ignition system, or the chip in the key may have failed.

What are the symptoms of a bad ECM power relay?

A bad relay may cause the vehicle to crank, but not start, or sometimes not even crank at all. 3. Battery drain or dead battery. A failed ECM power relay can also cause a battery drain or dead battery. If the relay shorts it can leave power on to the computer, even when the vehicle is turned off.

What happens if the ECM fails on a car?

The fuel and ignition systems, as well as several other engine management functions, of many vehicles are controlled by the ECM. If the ECM or it’s relay fail, the entire engine management system will be left without power and will not function as a result.

Why does my GM car say no start no crank?

How to diagnose a no start no click on GM vehicle. If you have a late model GM vehicle and turn the key only to hear nothing, you’ll most likely think you have a dead battery—and you may. But a no start, no crank, no click condition can be far more involved than that.

Why do I get 12volts on my Chevy Cobalt?

The reason you get 12Volts is because there’s a pull-up sense resistor on the BCM module. Normal I believe. The reason you get 12Volts is because there’s a pull-up sense resistor on the BCM module. Normal I believe. Click to expand…

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