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Why does my Oldsmobile Alero not start up?

Why does my Oldsmobile Alero not start up?

I have a 2000 Alero, and after just paying it off last Summer, that’s when the problem started. The car will start up, but will not turn over. It’s like the gas has been disengaged. Also, the Security Light comes on. I have had my car to the shop several times, and many “Other” things have been fixed.

How many miles does an Oldsmobile Alero have?

I have a 2001 alero with about 94,000 miles on it. It turns over just fine and all the electrical works fine (radio comes on, headlights, etc when the key is turned).

Can a bad crankshaft sensor cause the engine to stall?

If the crankshaft position sensor or its wiring have any issues, it can cause the crankshaft signal to be cut off while the engine is running, which can cause the engine to stall. This is usually a symptom of a wiring problem, however a bad crankshaft position sensor can also produce this symptom.

I have a 2000 Alero, and after just paying it off last Summer, that’s when the problem started. The car will start up, but will not turn over. It’s like the gas has been disengaged. Also, the Security Light comes on. I have had my car to the shop several times, and many “Other” things have been fixed.

I have a 2001 alero with about 94,000 miles on it. It turns over just fine and all the electrical works fine (radio comes on, headlights, etc when the key is turned).

Are there any problems with my Oldsmobile?

Look through our Oldsmobile car repair questions and answers. We help you with common problems and more complicated issues that only a dealership technician can answer. Misfiring at idle and driving, especially under load, but can occur at any time.

Why is my Oldsmobile running so hot?

When the car is running hot the coolant runs out of the reservoir tank. At times when hot cold air blows out of the vents before turning hot. If been told that it is possibly a bad gauge or bad head. Please help.

What should I do if my Oldsmobile won’t start?

Our technicians tell us that the ignition lock cylinder should be replace to correct this condition. The average cost for a Oldsmobile Alero No Start Diagnosis is between $88 -$111. Learn More started drove the car to work. the security light popped up on dash and the radio anti theft lift blinking on radio.

How do you disconnect security system on Oldsmobile Alero?

Here is a step-by-step procedure to disconnect the security system: Pry up the plastic molding from around the radio/heater A/C controller and from around the gear shifter. Detach the heater A/C module from the molding by removing the four 7mm hex bolts from the backside.

What to do when check engine light comes on in Alero?

Start the Alero. You will have to reset the clock and the radio. Allow the car to idle for five minutes. If the check engine light comes on during this time, you need to have your Alero serviced. Check the oil level in your Alero to make sure that the oil level is sufficient before you reset the oil diagnostic computer.

How do you change negative battery on Alero?

Wrap a clean towel around the metal clamp on the end of the negative battery cable. Leave the negative battery cable unhooked for at least ten minutes. You can set the cable down as long as the towel is wrapped around it. Replace the negative battery cable. Tighten the clamp screw until it is secure. Start the Alero.

Our technicians tell us that the ignition lock cylinder should be replace to correct this condition. The average cost for a Oldsmobile Alero No Start Diagnosis is between $88 -$111. Learn More started drove the car to work. the security light popped up on dash and the radio anti theft lift blinking on radio.

Here is a step-by-step procedure to disconnect the security system: Pry up the plastic molding from around the radio/heater A/C controller and from around the gear shifter. Detach the heater A/C module from the molding by removing the four 7mm hex bolts from the backside.

Why does my Oldsmobile Alero not start?

The passlock sensor in the ignition lock cylinder may fail causing an anti-theft system fault and a no start condition. Our technicians tell us that the ignition lock cylinder should be replace to correct this condition. The average cost for a Oldsmobile Alero No Start Diagnosis is between $88 -$111.

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