Elt3hawk
10-21-2011, 10:14 AM
My2006 xterra won't crank and wont start. When you turn the key it is like trying to start it with out the clutch in. All the lights come on but just silence. It's not the battery but after that I don't know what to check. Thanks for your help.
-dallas
porsche4786
10-21-2011, 10:47 AM
No clicks or anything? It is a manual transmission?
Elt3hawk
10-21-2011, 11:01 AM
It is a manual and the electronics do there thing such as the radio turns off when the key is in the start position. Everything in side operates normally but there is no sound from the engine
porsche4786
10-21-2011, 11:53 AM
I wonder if the clutch switch isn't working. Other than that, might want to check for codes to see if anything comes up.
cjunior125
10-26-2011, 12:25 PM
I wonder if the clutch switch isn't working. Other than that, might want to check for codes to see if anything comes up.
yes, I had this problem 3-4 months ago. it was a small plastic tab broke for the clutch safety switch. You can just hold your finger down and drpress the clutch safety switch (on your floorboard) to get it running.
porsche4786
10-26-2011, 12:42 PM
A little off topic, but you could easily tap into the wiring of that switch and put a hidden switch or button you need to press to start the car....
rjr162
10-26-2011, 01:03 PM
It could be the switch or the solenoid on the starter took a dump...
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localheel
10-30-2011, 01:46 PM
yes, I had this problem 3-4 months ago. it was a small plastic tab broke for the clutch safety switch. You can just hold your finger down and drpress the clutch safety switch (on your floorboard) to get it running.
I registered just so I could post a "thank you" for this information. Found the tab next to the floor mat and this was absolutely my problem!
Thank you for this tip. :fantastic: