[s-cars] No A/C, no wipers, and finally, no start

[Robert Myers]

George,

Try this for size: your ignition switch did not return to the "run"
position but stayed in the "start" position.  This keeps the starter
cranking an already running engine leading to starter burn up (hence smell
of electrics burning).  It also keeps the load reduction relay engaged so
that HVAC, power windows, turn signals, headlights, etc. do not work.  On
attempted restart the load reduction relay acts normally because the switch
returns to the "run" position and all the electrics appear to operate
normally however the engine won't start because the starter is
dead.  Cure?  Replace ignition switch and, likely, the starter or at least
the solenoid.

At 06:40 PM 7/30/02, George Kostiuk wrote:

>Hi...my 96 S6 got flatbedded today; started of with some
>metallic noise today, like an A/C clutch, otherwise fine. Parked just
>for a few minutes, restarted - and no lights/functionality on the
>CCU, and turn signals didn't work. Couldn't find a spot downtown to
>do further diags, so drove back to the office, noise persisting.
>Checked all fuses, relays, no problem. Slight burning/electrical
>smell from engine compartment, hard to pinpoint (not in relay box).
>When tried to restart, instrument lights radio, etc come on, but
>engine won't even crank! Tried with booster cables, same thing.
>Noticed that intermittently, CCU did function, but not always.
>
> From an electrical point of view, can't figure this multiple failure
>thing out, unless I've fried a harness somewhere.
>
>Anyone had any experiences similar to this? If so, welcome your
>prognosis.
>
>thanks,
>George Kostiuk
>96 S6
>Toronto
>
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