Wont start... somtimes.

[pumpkinking13x]

Can't quite figure out what's going on, i've got a 1995 Camaro 3.4 V6 Auto. About one in three times when I hit the ignition to turn on the car i'll get power, but the car wont even try to start. No clicking from the starter, so I don't think it's a solenoid problem. So, i'll leave the car for about ten minutes, try again and she'll fire right up with no problems. Would it be the ignition coil going? Give me a hand fella's.

[BLLDOGG]

Re: Wont start... somtimes.

is there a security light? did they have security lights back then? lol

maybe your lock cylinder is going bad.

[pumpkinking13x]

Re: Wont start... somtimes.

No security light on

[Fred]

Re: Wont start... somtimes.

I have the same problem with my 2000.

[av6xperience]

Re: Wont start... somtimes.

i had a similar problem with my 96. nobody could figure it out. think is was a mixture of small things like really really really clogged coolant, dirty coils plugs plug wires injectors and fuel filter. to this day it starts everytime but still dont know what the reason was

[camaro19]

Re: Wont start... somtimes.

ive got the same problem, but its never not started up, just got a give it a sec. i think i read something about it being the peice of metal that sticks off the side of the key being dirty or worn down, idk if thats complete bs but its what i heard

[av6xperience]

Re: Wont start... somtimes.

no i think thats a chip to where you can't copy the key at a locksmith

[CDNFB]

Re: Wont start... somtimes.

I think the only way your going to figure this one out is to get at the starter and connect a volt/ohm meter to it. Then try to start. If the key is in the start position and the starter isn't turning over, take note of the voltage.
If there is no voltage then you have to chase it back into the ignition switch and maybe further.
If there is low voltage, again you have to chase it back and find your resistance in the system.
If there is full voltage there, the starter is cooked, ka-put, ....dead.

Electrical snags are sooooo much fun!!!

[BLLDOGG]

Re: Wont start... somtimes.

no i think thats a chip to where you can't copy the key at a locksmith

That chip is a specific resistor for your security system. If it is worn, dirty or otherwise ****ed, your car will not crank at all. its not so a locksmith can't copy it.