Re: [DML] unusual electrical issue

["jtrealtywebspannet" <jtrealty@xxxxxxxxxxxxx>]

It could be anything between the battery and the motor, including all of the things mentioned. I would start by removing the battery and cleaning the connections. I would also fully charge and load-test it. If it is over 5 years old just replace it. Next would be a through visual examination of the wiring harness especially in the area around the starter and the alternator.
David Teitelbaum

--- In dmcnews@xxxxxxxxxxxxxxx, "Harold" <hmcelraft@...> wrote:
>
> It could also be the ignition switch (106679) - not the column lock but, the wiring connection to the lock. Check to see if the switch mechanism is coming loose from the lock. Internally it could be shot too.
> 
> Harold
> 
> --- In dmcnews@xxxxxxxxxxxxxxx, KiwiDean@ wrote:
> >
> > On occasion, my motor cuts out and will not turn over (starter motor  
> > completely dead).  The instrument panel shows no lights which seems to  indicate 
> > no battery power at all, yet internal lights and headlights are still  
> > working okay.  After a while, power comes back to the instrument panel and  I can 
> > start the car.  Anything in particular I should check?  
> >  
> > Dean
> > 
> > [Non-text portions of this message have been removed]
> >
>




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