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Old 02-13-2011, 12:47 PM
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So I have a 1995 sport 4 liter my problem is I went to drive it started drove 50 feet then died. I turned it off and pulled the key, it was so hot it burnt an impression of the key into my finger. Obviously a short . The key turns,lights stereo come on, but engine doesn't turn over. Tried to arc the starter and it spins but doesn't start. Ignition switch? It has a new battery and new starter. need an inexpensive fix, haven't worked in a while.
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You should disconect ur battery or get some marshmellows Most likely ur ing. switch is worn out
Old 02-13-2011, 06:56 PM
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Well if need.to get a key made all I have to do is use my finger so I've got that going for me.
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What did you ever figure out with your ignition? I had the exact same thing happen with my 95' sport yesterday. You couldn't heat a key that fast with a torch!
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