Sponsored Content
m
i have a 96 vette that i bought about 1 month ago. this is my first vette. just tonight when i went to run to the store it wouldn't start. all electrical came on, antenna rose up, headlights worked, heard a "whining" noise, tried to start and it wouldn't. tried 4 or 5 more times and it started without a problem. tried it again when i got home and same thing happened. can anyone tell me what to do ? this is frustrating. thanks for any advice.
Be the first to like this post
Sign In to Like this post
Sign In to Like this post
SPONSOR AD:: (Our Sponsors help support Vette Registry)
B
Free Member
Moderator
Send PMModerator
Joined: 3/20/2009
Posts: 690
Vette(s): Black 1979 L-82
Black 1996 LT1
Black 1999 Coupe
Whining is fuel pump.
Check and clean all battery and starters connections...
Report back here....
Got a test light?....voltmeter?
Jim
Check and clean all battery and starters connections...
Report back here....
Got a test light?....voltmeter?
Jim
Be the first to like this post
Sign In to Like this post
Sign In to Like this post
Lifetime Member
Moderator
Send PMModerator
Duncanville, TX - USA
Joined: 11/8/2003
Posts: 22714
Vette(s): #1-1974 L-48 4spd Cp Med Red Metallic/Black deluxe int w/AC/tilt/tele./p/w-p/b/
Am-Fm/map light National/Regional/Chapter NCRS "Top Flight"
#2-1985 Bright Red/Carmine Cp.L-98/auto
Member: NCRS, NCRS Texas, Corvette Legends of Texas
Sounds like a loose connection at the starter, or possibly a neutral safety switch/clutch safety switch.
It does not "click" or anything when you turn the key to start?
It does not "click" or anything when you turn the key to start?
Joel Adams
C3VR Lifetime Member #56 
My Link 
(click for Texas-sized view!) NCRS
"Money can't buy happiness -- but somehow it's more comforting to cry in a CORVETTE than in a Kia"
Be the first to like this post
Sign In to Like this post
Sign In to Like this post
9
If you're not hearing anything when key is in the start position (no "click" noise )....could be a VATS issue (anti theft system)...there is a resistor pellet in the key and contacts in the ignition switch which "read" the resistor in the key. Try your spare key and/or clean the pellet in the key w/alcohol or electrical contact cleaner.
As stated by the above members check basics first battery/battery connections --don't assume they are good check to be sure...electrical connections and grounds cause a lot of "gremlins" in these cars 
Vaughn
Be the first to like this post
Sign In to Like this post
Sign In to Like this post
m
cleaned resistor on ignition key and seems to be working fine. should i be concerned about this ?
Be the first to like this post
Sign In to Like this post
Sign In to Like this post
B
Free Member
Moderator
Send PMModerator
Joined: 3/20/2009
Posts: 690
Vette(s): Black 1979 L-82
Black 1996 LT1
Black 1999 Coupe
Not really, just be careful to never damage it...but those components have to stay somewhat clean...no residuals, gunk, ect....
But it does happen...a pencil eraser is a simple cleaner.
GL
Jim
But it does happen...a pencil eraser is a simple cleaner.
GL
Jim
Be the first to like this post
Sign In to Like this post
Sign In to Like this post
9
If the key you are using has some age/usage on it and you don't have a spare....you might want to think about getting a new key cut and using the existing key for a spare. Over time from being inserted in and out of the lock cylinder... the "pellets" wear a bit and a new key will make better contact. A GM dealer should be able to make one OR many key making shops can measure the resistance of your existing key and cut you a new one. Obviously a spare is good idea anyway...'cause if the "one" gets lost figuring out what you need can be a PIA.....
Vaughn
Be the first to like this post
Sign In to Like this post
Sign In to Like this post
in Forum: C4 Electrical, Body and Interior
Sponsored Content