2001 Saturn S-Series Logo
Anonymous Posted on Jan 06, 2009

Ignition switch won't turn on!

I had the car started and the next time i tried to start it the switch wouldn't move.

2 Answers

Scott P

Level 3:

An expert who has achieved level 3 by getting 1000 points

Superstar:

An expert that got 20 achievements.

All-Star:

An expert that got 10 achievements.

MVP:

An expert that got 5 achievements.

  • Master 1,087 Answers
  • Posted on Mar 04, 2009
Scott P
Master
Level 3:

An expert who has achieved level 3 by getting 1000 points

Superstar:

An expert that got 20 achievements.

All-Star:

An expert that got 10 achievements.

MVP:

An expert that got 5 achievements.

Joined: Mar 04, 2009
Answers
1087
Questions
1
Helped
262612
Points
2538

In the same boat and Saturn just plain sucks. Glad they are shutting their doors. You ignition lock cylinder is bad. Good thing is that its stupid simple to fix bad news is the ignition has to be the ACC position to pull it out. Another real smart move these idiots decided to do. If you have a bad ignition lock you have a 50-50 chance it will seize in the freakin lock position making it impossible to get it to the ACC position. Anyway here is the link to a utude exact video on how to pull it out in 2 minutes to replace if your lucky and can get it to the ACC position.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TJ6EJhuaT5s

Anonymous

Level 1:

An expert who has achieved level 1.

Corporal:

An expert that has over 10 points.

Mayor:

An expert whose answer got voted for 2 times.

Problem Solver:

An expert who has answered 5 questions.

  • Contributor 10 Answers
  • Posted on Jan 06, 2009
Anonymous
Contributor
Level 1:

An expert who has achieved level 1.

Corporal:

An expert that has over 10 points.

Mayor:

An expert whose answer got voted for 2 times.

Problem Solver:

An expert who has answered 5 questions.

Joined: Jan 04, 2009
Answers
10
Questions
0
Helped
7025
Points
26

Try moving steering wheel back an at same time turning the key if you can remove key spray some
lubricant in key hole it might have some metal shavings that might help break them loose also try another key

Ad

5 Related Answers

Anonymous

  • 346 Answers
  • Posted on Dec 28, 2009

SOURCE: My 98 golf won t start intermittently. I replaced

If you run a push button directly from the battery to the solenoid, the engine will crank when you push the button.

If the no start condition is because of the solenoid, this will not fix the issue.

If the no start condition is related to circuitry of the ignition system and/or fuel system, this may fix the issue, but may not, as well.

Ad

Anonymous

  • 1010 Answers
  • Posted on Jun 26, 2008

SOURCE: 2001 honda civic

you removed what? ignition?

perez05pr46

  • 7 Answers
  • Posted on Feb 13, 2009

SOURCE: ignition coil problem

THE PROBLEM IS RESOLVE, IT WAS THE GROUND WIRE FROM THE FIREWALL TO THE INTAKE MANIFOLD, ITS A BLACK 10 GAUGE BLACK WIRE FOR GROUND, IT WAS LOOSE.

agent91

Ned White

  • 2100 Answers
  • Posted on Jul 29, 2011

SOURCE: My car won't start sometimes

No, It sounds like it is working fine, just a little worn out, A lot of cars have to be coaxed into park to start. Just moving the shifter will do it, the switch itself is very sensitive, as you have found out. It only has to move a fraction to lose contact. It is a fairly easy job to change if it drives you nuts. But I wouldn't fix it till it breaks. It is located on the left side of the tranny where the linkage hooks up. Hope this helps.

Testimonial: "I figured it was the switch because the car starts once I move the shifter. Thanks!"

tayjoejoe

Joe Taylor

  • 2229 Answers
  • Posted on Aug 30, 2011

SOURCE: Left work ... went into the grocery store ... was

Possibly the anti theft system. Next time this happens, look for a light on the dash that reads "security", or looks like a car with a lock thru it. If you see either of these lights, then you are experiencing a common and expensive problem on your antitheft system. Tho extremely common on GM vehicles, there are no recalls. This link explains the problem. Compare your symptoms. If the problem is the antitheft, there are ways to bypass and save money. http://vatspasslockpasskeysecurityhelp.yolasite.com/

Ad

Add Your Answer

×

Uploading: 0%

my-video-file.mp4

Complete. Click "Add" to insert your video. Add

×

Loading...
Loading...

Related Questions:

0helpful
1answer

2007 impala won't start sometimes

The most likely problem is a failed safety switch in the transmission. It will only allow the engine to turn over when in "neutral", or "Park". Next time it happens try moving the transmission selector through the full range of travel a couple of times. If this cures the problem, you may need new switch.
2helpful
1answer

92 olds cutlass supreme, shifter moves into gear, but car will not move. Help

It\'s right where the shifter cable goes into the shaft, look
right next to the steering cloumn under the hood,the switch
won\'t keep the car from moving tho,it just wouldn\'t start.But you
could look there to make sure the cable hasn\'t broken or come
unhooked. The cable goes to an arm about 3 inches long just
make sure the arm moves when shifting.
comparebanner.jpg

Duralast/Neutral Safety Switch

viewdetailsshelf.gif
0helpful
1answer

2008 Honda civicv ex won't start green key light

I think you may have a immobilisor problem try the spare key first
1helpful
2answers

2002 volkswagon bug wouldn't start, diagnostic said it was the speed sensor, but the guy said the battery was fried and that the speed sensor wouldn't affect is starting, so he changed out the

He is correct the speed sensor is used by the transmission controller and antilock brake system the engine controller uses this sensor but not for starting purposes
0helpful
1answer

My car sounds like it wants to start but it won't, we replaced the fuel filter and it sounds exactly like it did before we replaced it, still won't start.

Make sure battery has a full charge.
Try cycling the ignition switch on and off several times before you crank it, to see if it helps. If it helps, check your fuel system. My info says fuel pressure, 35--45 psi.
How long since a tune-up? Any applicable trouble codes?
0helpful
2answers

Car was working fine i parked outside my house then retired for the night i came out the next afternoon and it will not start

Hi

Sometimes the car won’t start because the wheel is turned the wrong way. Try turning the wheel and then trying it again. Check that the car is in park. If it was shut off in gear, it won’t start. Next, make sure the car isn’t out of gas.
Check whether the tires are stuck up against a curb or something. If so, turn the steering wheel firmly to the right or try to get out and physically move the car a bit and it should start. Do you have the clutch pedal down if it’s a standard? Or, if you have an antitheft device, check to see if that’s allright. Check your distributor cap for moisture. If you recently ran through a deep puddle, a damp or wet distributor cap will keep the car from starting. If there are cracks in it, replace it.
If you cant turn the car key then this is probably due to an antitheft gizmo that turns on when you shut off the car. Just wiggle the steering wheel a little and then try. If that doesn’t do it, turn the wheel as far to one side as you can and try again. This should get it going.
However if the battery’s good but the car still won’t turn over you may have a bad ignition switch. Try this test. Turn the key to ON (not start) and see in the warning lights are working. If they don’t and the battery connections are clean you have a bad ignition switch. If it's the ignition switch you probably will have to take it in to the garage.
Call for service if you’ve checked out all of the above things because the other possibilities will require a little more technical skill to discover.

Let us know if you want to know something more else please accept the suggestion.
Thanks for contacting Fixya.com
Not finding what you are looking for?

1,342 views

Ask a Question

Usually answered in minutes!

Top Saturn Experts

ZJ Limited
ZJ Limited

Level 3 Expert

17989 Answers

Thomas Perkins
Thomas Perkins

Level 3 Expert

15088 Answers

john h

Level 3 Expert

29494 Answers

Are you a Saturn Expert? Answer questions, earn points and help others

Answer questions

Manuals & User Guides

Loading...