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Question posted by luisdgaf on December 21st, 2013

I Put A New Ignition Switch But It Wont Start How Do I Reset

i put a new ignition switch but it wont start how do i reset it i tried to start it but it just cranks but wont start.

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Answer #1: Posted by helpowlsupport on December 21st, 2013 9:44 AM
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hello sir !

sice there is a crank it meanst there is no issue with your ignition switch and the starter motor

i believe it is the spark plugs, please try replacing the sparkplugs or the source provider.

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