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arvie
Explorer
Jan 17, 2014

2006 sprinter not starting

My 2006 ltv sprinter not starting two days in a row. Battery is good but key won't engage the starting process. Yesterday it started after I reinserted key and jiggled the shifter. Today 3 people failed to start it. Was towed and works in the garage. Any ideas? Ignition or starter? Thanks.
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  • arvie's avatar
    arvie
    Explorer
    Jan 18, 2014
    Fortunately I am near a dealership but I am reluctant to head down to Big Bend until the problem is resolved.
  • mobilefleet's avatar
    mobilefleet
    Explorer
    Jan 18, 2014
    sounds like bad starter to me. check for loose battery cables or corroded cables too
  • My_Roadtrek's avatar
    My_Roadtrek
    Explorer
    Jan 18, 2014
    Sounds like moisture may be causing the problem, it dries out, circuit closes, then runs fine. Can be hard to pin point, but I would check the wires for Rodent damage.
  • Mandalay_Parr's avatar
    Mandalay_Parr
    Explorer
    Jan 17, 2014
    Might have a loose or poor connection somewhere.
    Probably real hard to find.

    Jerry Parr
  • arvie's avatar
    arvie
    Explorer
    Jan 17, 2014
    Mercedes can't find anything wrong and tested everything. It works great in the garage. We are leaving it outside overnight to get cold and test again in the morning. I am at a nice hotel. The dealership is great outside St Louis. Thanks for your suggestions.
  • enblethen's avatar
    enblethen
    Nomad
    Jan 17, 2014
    Neutral safety switch
    Is your ignition key equipped with an electronic sensor? Turn key over and try again

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