Hi,

I have an Olds Eighty Eight, a 1996 model, with a 3800 Series II engine. Last night I may have left the ignition in the on position for a few minutes, not sure 'bout that part, while I was trying to get a CD out of the stereo. The CD was kind'a hung inside and just tumbling and would not eject. Eventually I cut the ignition switch off again; I'd tried to "finesse" some kind of response via manipulating the ignition switch and the controls of the stereo. Well, the CD finally came out, but, when I went to start the car later, it would not start. The batter is fully charged; I even used jumper cables just to completely remove the battery charge level as a potential cause. I also checked the two 60 amp fuses for the ignition switch, which also appeared to be in tact.

Here's what happens, when I turn the ignition to start the car all of the dash lights respond as they should, I hear some kind'a motor noise in the back area, which I am interpreting as being the power antenna going up, or it could be another devices of some sort operating; but, the starter does not engage.

I've had no trouble out of the starter to this point. Any thoughts on how to get my wheels rolling again? This is my only form of transportation, help!!!!

Thanks,

John

The noise could have been the fuel pump, but either way, that part sounds normal.

You need to figure out if you are getting power from the output of the ignition switch. You obviously have power going to it, so if there is no power coming out, its the switch. Otherwise we need to look further down the line, ending with the starter.

Check the easiest thing first.... make sure your battery connections are tight and free of corrosion. If they're slightly loose or corroded the dash lights may respond normally when you turn the key on, but there might not be a good enough connection to actually turn your engine over.

that may not be your problem... but you might as well check the basic stuff first before you dive deeper.