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Old 09-15-2007, 07:14 AM   #1
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Crazy starting problem ???

I have a 1994 Nissan 4X4 pick up automatic with the 3.0 motor, the problem is when I go to start my truck, I turn the key, hear a click and I hold the key in the start position and in about 2 to 4 seconds the truck will crank and start. The 2 to 4 seconds I'm holding the key nothing happens and then all of a sudden she'll start cranking and start right up. Any ideas what's causing this?
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Old 09-15-2007, 07:50 AM   #2
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Re: Crazy starting problem ???

Look for loose or corroded battery cables.
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Old 09-15-2007, 11:18 PM   #3
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Re: Crazy starting problem ???

Bad starter. Almost definitely. The only other thing it could be is a bad switch. Next time try jiggling the key while holding it in the start position. If that seems to improve it, it might be the switch.
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Old 09-19-2007, 05:44 PM   #4
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Re: Crazy starting problem ???

Turned out to be a bad battery.
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