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Old Apr 29, 2006 | 05:11 AM
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From: LaPlata,Maryland
Car: 1989 Firebird Formula
Engine: 305 tbi
Transmission: 700R4
car wont do anything at all

im not sure what the problem could be this time.but i went out to my car to leave out,put the key in the ignition and go to cut the car on and i hear a funny sound that sounds almost like a starter clicking but way faster than that.the key moves forward and nothing happens.no brake lights,no gauges,headlights,radio,locks,absolutely nothing at all.i was thinking it might be the alternator but i thought that when a alternator goes bad u usually get a hint b4 it happens like ur volts dropping while driving.but it hasnt done that ever.ive replaced the starter and the battery n the past 6 months so i know its not one of those 2 things.what does this sound like it could be?
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Old Apr 29, 2006 | 05:35 AM
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Make sure the battery is charged. Any other diagnosis will be just about useless without a battery. Once you have battery power, check the operation of accessories, lights, and the starter. Determining what does and doesn't work should help identify the problem. If the battery is charged and there are still no functions at all, start looking at the main power connections and grounds.
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