[s-cars] S6 ignition switch woes

[Peter Golledge]

Check the solenoid lead at the starter.  Use a test probe (or long wire) to apply 12V to the solenoid terminal
(AFTER ensuring car is neutral...) and see if starter actually cranks.

On 7/9/2011 8:11 AM, wrlamb at comcast.net wrote:
>
> Hey Lads,
>
> Couple months ago you guys help me diagnose my '95.5 S6 Avant's ignition switch failure. The car died after
>
> returning from a trip in the mountains at a car wash.
>
> Well with the help of the archives, I replace my switch (a white one)  which was bad with a glaring crack but
>
> still the car will start. I have gone through the procedure twice (it easier the second time)  but the starter will not engage.
>
> Battery is fully charged and it was disconnected during the install.  No solenoid click from the starter or anything.  What should I look at next.
>
> Thanks in advance. 
> Bill
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