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Why are the lights on my truck not working?

Why are the lights on my truck not working?

If we are losing 12 volts on the red wires, then this makes sense, but if we still have 12 volts during this whole episode on the red wires, then the switch is NG. Monitor the voltage on those red wires and rotate the switch. See if the 12 volts is present when the lights, light, but disappears when they don’t.

How can I tell if my truck is not starting?

A test for DC voltage between a ground point (eg. battery negative terminal or the engine block) and the large wire on the starter can diagnose a blown fuse (it will read 0V) but it can’t be used to indicate if the connection or starter are ok.

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.

What to do if your check engine light won’t turn on?

They might also tell you its an o2 sensor, ask them to show you on the car where it is. then buy a 02 sensor and replace it your self. saving you about a $100. remember any light that comes on in your car go have it check out and do the work yourself. saving you lots of cash. Was this answer helpful? Was this answer helpful?

What does it mean when your Chevy Suburban won’t start?

This just means that the engine doesn’t move when you turn the key. The second way that your Suburban won’t start is when the engine turns when you engage the starter, but it won’t fire and run on its own. When the engine isn’t turning over at all, that’s a bit easier to diagnose than when it is cranking but not firing.

Why does my truck wont start when I Turn on the ignition?

There are 2 very common issues that can give you these symptoms. The first is a bad connection where the battery cable bolts to the stud on the underhood fuse box. The second is a faulty ignition switch. Both items are extremely common. Check the stud first, if its OK, then replace the ignition switch and see if you are fixed.

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 does my Check Engine Light never come on?

The C/K line includes pickup trucks, medium-duty, and heavy trucks. When I turn the ignition on, all of the lights on the dash turn on and then go off. But the check engine light never turns on. How do I make it come on?

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