Within 1 minute of starting the engine, I hear a rapid clicking behind the dash/ steering column. Sometimes it shuts down the radio and signals, other times not.
Im having the same issue and discovered if I jiggle the key in the ignition while turning the switch I got the blinkers and radio to operate. Shut it off and tried again, they work. but this has happened before and I think its more frequent. Im also thinking worn ignition switch. Hope it helps.
SOURCE: continous clicking (signal lights)
The multi-function (aka combination) switch probably has contaminated grease in the switch contacts from wear.
See:
http://www.wikihow.com/Fix-Grand-Am-Turn-Signals
for do-it-yourself repair instructions. You can also buy a new
aftermarket switch, if you don't want to take apart the existing one
and clean up the electrical contacts.
For example, see:
http://www.autozone.com/Ntt,SW1414/shopping/allResults.htm
(or just go to http://www.autozone.com/ and search for part #SW1414)
For 2003 Grand Am, it was listed as "Duralast / dimmer switch", but other makes & models may go by another name.
Another link:
http://www.1aauto.com/1A/HeadlightSwitch/Pontiac/GrandAm/1AZCC00031/703400
The OEM (GM) part number for mine was: 22676853
SOURCE: 1998 Jeep Wrangler Electrical Short in Steering Column?
I had a similar problem with my 2000 Jeep TJ and I found the problem in the wiring harness under the hood.several wires were corroded and almost burnt off.If you remove the black tape which keeps the harness bundled together and if you see evidence of "green" type powder or "gook" it's most likely where the wires have faulted.
SOURCE: Engine won't start, only hear a click and dash lights dim
check to see if the terminals on the battery are 1.tight, 2.free from acid buildup...
SOURCE: 97 Dodge Caravan Auto-Shutdown Problem
Been working on my dad's 97 Caravan longer then i can remember for things you mentioned and have been not able to get him to sell it.
I found that the electrical connections are prone to corrosion and have replaced lots of the wire and pin connection in the wire harness, thank god i have time on my hands.
The instrument panel where the wire harness connects, i found that the solder goes bad and i had to re solder the connector on the back side of the circuit board, where the harness goes so you need to remove the instrument panel from the dash,
Here is a link that can help you retrieve DTC codes and do research on your caravan. I'ld tell you everything what i needed to do to keep my dad's caravan running but that would be a novel.
http://www.allpar.com/fix/stall.html
Good luck and keep me posted, glad to help you keep yours running too.
SOURCE: 2006 Jeep Wrangler won't start
First, make sure you can turn the engine by hand. If you can't then the starter can't turn it either. Have someone else turn the key and look for the source of the click...may be a relay. Go over the starting circuit with a volt meter. Check for power at the starter main terminal and then with the key turned to "start" check for power at the trigger terminal on the starter. Check battery voltage and check relay operation.
You have a neutral safety switch on the transmission if its an automatic and a clutch switch if it's a stick. Check them as well. Make sure battery grounding on fender and block are also clean and secure.
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