1998 Buick Lesabre no instrument lights and won't start
Re: 1998 Buick Lesabre no instrument lights and won't start
Also, all under hood fuses are HOT on both sides all the time.
Re: 1998 Buick Lesabre no instrument lights and won't start
if the fuses that are supposed to be hot in the run position do not show battery voltage when the key is in the run position then I would suspect a bad ignition switch if the powers going into the switch are all good.
If you have a fused jumper, you could use that to supply power to the 1D fuse and see if that lights up the circuits on that leg of the ignition switch. be careful not to overload any circuits.
If you have a fused jumper, you could use that to supply power to the 1D fuse and see if that lights up the circuits on that leg of the ignition switch. be careful not to overload any circuits.
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Re: 1998 Buick Lesabre no instrument lights and won't start
So, I put in a jumper from battery + to fuse 1D and the dash lights came on. Turning key to start position and car started. Based on this, does that confirm your suspicion of bad ignition switch?
If so, do I replace the key and lock portion or just the wiring harness to it? Online pics show key with lock and resistor wiring and others show a harness.
Thank you again for all your expert assistance. It appears that you have helped me get to the root of the problem.
If so, do I replace the key and lock portion or just the wiring harness to it? Online pics show key with lock and resistor wiring and others show a harness.
Thank you again for all your expert assistance. It appears that you have helped me get to the root of the problem.
Re: 1998 Buick Lesabre no instrument lights and won't start
yes, it sounds like the ignition switch is the problem from what you have found out. The ignition switch is different from the ignition lock and tumbler. You don't need to do anything with the lock and tumbler section. you ignition switch should look like the picture on the first page.
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Re: 1998 Buick Lesabre no instrument lights and won't start
Easy enough for a DIY'er to replace? Looks like it can b replaced without pulling the steering wheel as all the components are towards the base of the column. Know of any videos or instructions?
Re: 1998 Buick Lesabre no instrument lights and won't start
I don't know of any videos but you are correct that you shouldn't have to pull the steering wheel. But it is a little complicated to get to. Just take your time and be patient while working on it and it's not a big deal to switch it out.
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Re: 1998 Buick Lesabre no instrument lights and won't start
It seems like getting the lower dash pad panel removed is the most difficult. I got the three bolts off the bottom and removed the wood grain panels. It appears that the remaining screws are there. Do you know if that is correct? Any hidden bolts or fasteners that I should be aware of?
Last, it seems that I should be able to access all the components of the switch once this panel is out of the way. Is that correct too?
Thank you again. You have been a great help and I will let you know if this worked at 100% when I get it done.
Last, it seems that I should be able to access all the components of the switch once this panel is out of the way. Is that correct too?
Thank you again. You have been a great help and I will let you know if this worked at 100% when I get it done.
Re: 1998 Buick Lesabre no instrument lights and won't start
I don't think there are any "hidden" screws or anything like that. Once you get the under cover off everything should be accessible. There is a lot of stuff in there. getting at the fasteners may be a bit of a chore but it's not too bad. Having 1/4" drive socket set and some flex ratcheting combination wrenches would really help. But that about it. A little tedious but not too bad.
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Re: 1998 Buick Lesabre no instrument lights and won't start
You were right. Took longer to get all the trim off to get to the lower dash bolts. Had to drop the steering column too. New switch installed, all trim back in place, and replacing the switch took care of the issue. $32 dollar part and 2.5 hours to R & R.
Your troubleshooting help was spot on and I do appreciate it immensely.
Your troubleshooting help was spot on and I do appreciate it immensely.
Re: 1998 Buick Lesabre no instrument lights and won't start
Im have the excat same problem tell me some found the reason why. Thanks for the help.
1996 Buick Lesabre no instrument lights and won't start
I have a 1996 Buick LeSabre. Wife was stranded at a trailhead parking lot thinking battery was dead. Upon arrival, tried to jump it but will not crank. Turning key to run allows the radio, blower, etc. to work but, NO lights on light strip across dash (ABS, CHECK ENGINE, etc.) and the gauges do not move (battery, water, oil, etc.). No solenoid clicking on starter. Checked all fuses and all are OK. Thought security issue but, cannot see the security light since I believe it is on the strip of lights that will not light. Had battery tested and cleaned/checked battery connections. HELP!!!
1996 Buick Lesabre no instrument lights and won't start
I have a 1996 Buick LeSabre. Wife was stranded at a trailhead parking lot thinking battery was dead. Upon arrival, tried to jump it but will not crank. Turning key to run allows the radio, blower, etc. to work but, NO lights on light strip across dash (ABS, CHECK ENGINE, etc.) and the gauges do not move (battery, water, oil, etc.). No solenoid clicking on starter. Checked all fuses and all are OK. Thought security issue but, cannot see the security light since I believe it is on the strip of lights that will not light. Had battery tested and cleaned/checked battery connections. HELP!!!
Re: 1998 Buick Lesabre no instrument lights and won't start
you need to check to see if power is going through the ignition switch for the circuits that are not working.
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Re: 1998 Buick Lesabre no instrument lights and won't start
My problem is similar to the other ones, but even after jiggling the key, the instrument light still don't come on. The VATS system has been recently bypassed as a way to trouble shoot this problem and the car did start 2-3 time and ran after the VATS bypass. Now it does the same as before the bypass. No instrument lights and the security light comes on when the key is in start position. The radio, fan and other accessories still work when the key is in the forward on position...nothing worked before in the rear ACC position. The resistors in the VATS bypass have been rechecked more than once for the proper resistance.
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