"Russg" <> wrote in message news:
>
> "Ant" <> wrote in message news:
> > I have a 2002 Malibu thats starts intermittently, had battery,
> > alternator, and starter. All checked out fine. when the car doesn't
> > start, I get it jumped and it'll start up for a couple a days and cuts
> > off. Whats the problem? and How much would it cost to get fix?
> >
> Since it starts with a 'jump' it would seem to be
> corrosion on the battery posts and/or connector
> clamps. Clean them with a knife or special wire tool.
> If that's not it, then the Passlock system maybe.
> If Passlock system, then you have to watch the
> instrument panel and wait 10 minutes with the
> key on, motor off, until the 'Theft System' red
> light stops blinking and goes off.
>
Another possibiltiy, which wouldn't allow a jump
start, is 'flat' or 'dead' spots in the starter. Sometimes
hitting the starter with a bar and hammer while
someone holds the key on will start it. Replace the starter,
probably about $250 at a shop.
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