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Old 10-12-2010, 03:15 PM
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Starter won't catch, but I think its key assembly

I have 98 maxima and i have a very interesting problem. when i come home i can start the car fine, but sometimes when i turn the key, it doesn't "catch" and is silent.

he took it apart and he said it looked like some of the assembly where the key goes in is run down. does anyone know what the problem might be, or where i can find resources to resolve?

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I have 98 maxima and i have a very interesting problem. when i come home i can start the car fine, but sometimes when i turn the key, it doesn't "catch" and is silent.

he took it apart and he said it looked like some of the assembly where the key goes in is run down. does anyone know what the problem might be, or where i can find resources to resolve?

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ignition switch bout 30 part very easy to fix ur self bout 30 mins if ur new at it
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Old 10-13-2010, 12:32 AM
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Ignition switch

http://www.autozone.com/autozone/par...ier=190293_0_0_

30 minute job as stated tops. take off the steering column and then it literally unmounts via two tiny screwns, put new one in and ur done
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Old 10-13-2010, 05:47 AM
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u guys are the best this worked!
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Old 10-13-2010, 06:24 AM
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Old 10-13-2010, 07:06 AM
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like everyone said, most likely ignition switch. get the replacement from the auto parts store and if it doesnt help just return it. just be careful not to touch the airbag wiring thats under there.
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silent sound

i had the same problem w my maxima i thought it was the key or the asembely. but it was the starter. i would have to open the hood and take a screwdriver hit it, and it fired right up.
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