In this video I come into work early because I started to second guess a diag I made on a Chevy Colorado. It wont crank over and I was 99% sure it was the ignition switch. I rerun through my steps just to confirm then make the call and replace the ignition switch as well as relearn the security system. -Enjoy!
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49 thoughts on “Chevy colorado: no start, no crank”
  1. Avataaar/Circle Created with python_avatars Bernard Smith says:

    Very well done, your a grea teacher. Thanks I've been able too get 7 of those done since 👀ing your video 😎

  2. Avataaar/Circle Created with python_avatars Twig says:

    Do the next guy a favour and replace the sheer bolt with a bolt.
    No one needs to know.

  3. Avataaar/Circle Created with python_avatars DoReMi says:

    Yousing phillips screwdriver makes it much easyer to hit those retiners for steering wheel

  4. Avataaar/Circle Created with python_avatars Victor Manuel Puerto Cruz says:

    Nice yob

  5. Avataaar/Circle Created with python_avatars charlie martin says:

    greetings South main automotive my name is Charlie with keep it simple mobile auto repair in San Antonio Texas I ran across the same exact symptoms on the 2007 Chevy cavalier I started the car with my power pro be starter is fine after changing the ignition switch which I really thought was the problem I can't clear the passlock I have an x tool 7 scan tool so I can play with a few switches but I can't turn off the fuel lock out or the ignition lock out also have a radio lockout they came on at the same time after a lack of power to the battery for how to know how long that little voice inside me says BCM or ECM I just don't know which help me please

  6. Avataaar/Circle Created with python_avatars griffith crawford says:

    I got a Chevrolet Colorado with the same problem wish I can talk to Mr O

  7. Avataaar/Circle Created with python_avatars James Nelson says:

    Thank You!

  8. Avataaar/Circle Created with python_avatars MYSTIC PICTURES Zambia says:

    my Hummer H3 2007 has done exactly the same. Could this formula work on a hummer h3 ?

  9. Avataaar/Circle Created with python_avatars Vern Toad says:

    They should ramp your driveway

  10. Avataaar/Circle Created with python_avatars Anthony Salonek says:

    you don't say the sizes tools

  11. Avataaar/Circle Created with python_avatars tonka Dial says:

    Do you think that will cause it to have a constant short.

  12. Avataaar/Circle Created with python_avatars angel gonzalez says:

    Just replaced the one on my truck and I’m having issues. Relearn process is not working. Passlock light stays on after trying to start truck. Any tips or ideas?

  13. Avataaar/Circle Created with python_avatars Scott Chamberlain says:

    Very well done sir! I think this will remedy my dad's canyon. Gonna try it, after watching your video. Thank you, and God Bless!

  14. Avataaar/Circle Created with python_avatars THOMAS SCHNEIDER says:

    Who else is sitting at home depot cause their colorado won't start?

  15. Avataaar/Circle Created with python_avatars Paul Bricklayer says:

    How would I pull the ignition tumbler out if the key won’t turn

  16. Avataaar/Circle Created with python_avatars Albert Eller says:

    That was interesting super job I guess Fords would be different maybe you wouldn’t have to pull the steering wheel and everything camera work was great love your show,🙏🏻

  17. Avataaar/Circle Created with python_avatars Mr. Bill says:

    Excellent…. You make it look so easy. And Thank You Always for All The Details.

  18. Avataaar/Circle Created with python_avatars pjimmbo jimmbo says:

    I am at risk of dissolving if I get wet, because I am a crusty old Salt

  19. Avataaar/Circle Created with python_avatars Solomon Green says:

    What if this still doesn’t work?

  20. Avataaar/Circle Created with python_avatars Byron Ramey says:

    I just seen that the airbag light stays on. My truck has the half doors that open backwards. My truck has the same thing going on and I found that if I open and slam the back doors the light will stay out. Has always been like this. I think it may be because the safety restraint system has the seat belts in the back doors.

  21. Avataaar/Circle Created with python_avatars Miguel Luna says:

    I put 12v while crank with my power probe while it was already getting normal voltage and my cluster went crazy what did i fry?

  22. Avataaar/Circle Created with python_avatars Danny Scott says:

    This weekend I'll let you know how mine turns out

  23. Avataaar/Circle Created with python_avatars Danny Scott says:

    Thank you very much been having this problem with my truck for a month

  24. Avataaar/Circle Created with python_avatars Jose M Resendiz says:

    Great job amigo thanks you so much

  25. Avataaar/Circle Created with python_avatars Jonathan Stobiecki says:

    I have the same problem..

  26. Avataaar/Circle Created with python_avatars Hector Bravo says:

    This is me right now lol 5 am fuck I hate this shit

  27. Avataaar/Circle Created with python_avatars John Reilly says:

    Mrs O. What is wrong with Eric dressed in a 70s Suit?Don't forget the disco ball!

  28. Avataaar/Circle Created with python_avatars rick courcy says:

    This Guy sounds just like me! Has the jargon and the mumbling Down. Required Credentials. Can fix anything. Bravo!

  29. Avataaar/Circle Created with python_avatars Damien says:

    Thanks bro, great vid I just started having an ignition issue on my ‘11 colorado

  30. Avataaar/Circle Created with python_avatars fullgazthrottle says:

    Fantastique vidéo très professionnel quoique c’est en anglais mais pour un amateur de mécanique ou autre c’est très bien expliquer le plus compliqué c’est l’enlèvement du module du air bag le reste c’est très facile mais le plus important c’est l’explication du début qui explique la raison du problème qui exige le remplacement du commutateur de démarrage chose pas toujours évidente merci dans mon mon cas cela a résolu mon problème.

  31. Avataaar/Circle Created with python_avatars Adam Pappas says:

    So I followed you, finished it up and turned it over but no crank???? Going to wait the 10 minutes and see

  32. Avataaar/Circle Created with python_avatars danilo albi says:

    I have the same truck with same problem.. where are you from ? I take my truck to you … please … frustrating waiting every time ten minutes before I can start the truck again 😬😅

  33. Avataaar/Circle Created with python_avatars Clay Hutcherson says:

    Man you just saved me a trip to the shop incredible video thank you for the help

  34. Avataaar/Circle Created with python_avatars us tarheel says:

    Awesome mechanic!

  35. Avataaar/Circle Created with python_avatars corceil Howard says:

    Would this be the same for the 06 monte carlo SS 5.3 LS4 V8?

  36. Avataaar/Circle Created with python_avatars Douglas Ferree says:

    Followed your instructions on removal and reinstalling the switch. Everything went well. For some reason I didn't have to reset the security system. It started on the first crank and stayed running. Restarted and ran every time I tried it since. Thanks for your informative video!

  37. Avataaar/Circle Created with python_avatars Rich Provence says:

    Your videos are awesome! Very helpful. But i think I’m having this same issue with my 2010 Chevy cobalt. No crank, no start, dash lights and everything gets power, but when key is turned to RUN/ON , dash lights go out then when I release the key, dash lights come back on, what can this be?? Please help 🙁 *all fuses get power*

  38. Avataaar/Circle Created with python_avatars John Ledger says:

    great video was wonderin why the airbag light was still on Thanks

  39. Avataaar/Circle Created with python_avatars Conrad says:

    Eric, I have a 2006 Chevy Colorado that I bought new and the steering column never has locked. Now I know why – the lock mechanism is removed! Why would GM choose to disable the locking steering column?
    Great video! Thanks for showing how to reset the security system.

  40. Avataaar/Circle Created with python_avatars Joseph Freeman says:

    Try 2 cycle weedeater carb tool for airbag springs

  41. Avataaar/Circle Created with python_avatars Jacob Dimock says:

    I have been doing repair work for 27 years and your one of the best guys I have ever seen !

  42. Avataaar/Circle Created with python_avatars Nomix says:

    Hey there same truck and same issue. Except my passlock light never goes out. Please help

  43. Avataaar/Circle Created with python_avatars Itzjust_elias says:

    Good shit my man first time ever doing an ignition switch on anything. Have a little hard time with the airbag but besides that everything went as you showed!

  44. Avataaar/Circle Created with python_avatars Randum dude says:

    I wonder if you could have just changed the sensor. The black piece. And. Forego taking apart the the steering wheel

  45. Avataaar/Circle Created with python_avatars KingOSting says:

    Awesome video bro ! 👌🏻

  46. Avataaar/Circle Created with python_avatars FASTBACK 124 says:

    In my girl I watch your channel all the time good stuff I have a question kind of related to this video but not I want to put a 2.2 l Chevy S10 and a 5-speed in a hot rod and I need to figure out what components I need and how to bypass the BCM ignition system can you hack the BCM and avoid the ignition key or any other advice would be appreciated