In this video I take you through a bit of the diagnosing this 2006 Chevy 1500 truck that was towed in with a no start no crank condition. It was a pretty simple one but would have burned me if I just took a big fat guess. That is why we test right ๐Ÿ™‚
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50 thoughts on “Chevy truck – no start no crank”
  1. Avataaar/Circle Created with python_avatars Steven Gorum says:

    It's a hairline crack in the copper wiring in the fuse panel under the hood Chevrolet is notorious for this right now there's 43,749 people stranded on the side of the road in any and all Chevy vehicles because they make cheap ass s*** and they should be ashamed for not trying to beef It up that's what it is it's a hairline crack which is why it's intermediate and when it heats up it spreads apart to where you lose power it won't start won't crank won't do nothing then you come back the next day when it's cooled off and it'll start right up and run like his brand new and then you go about 20 miles and it does it again and again it's a hairline crack in the copper wiring in the fuse panel under the hood

  2. Avataaar/Circle Created with python_avatars gobblesmac says:

    thank you so much for this video. fixed my problem!! on a 01 gmc 3500 van

  3. Avataaar/Circle Created with python_avatars richard t says:

    Good job!!

  4. Avataaar/Circle Created with python_avatars gorbikara says:

    Eric your videos are phenomenal, you definitely present right way of troubleshooting and diagnosing the problem in a very clear and systematic approach. I have learned quite a bid watching your videos they are very educational and informative. Many mechanics out there just swap parts till the issue is fixed not real techs. Keep up the great work you do contribute massive knowledge to the guys like me and others. Thank you for the great lessons you share with us.

  5. Avataaar/Circle Created with python_avatars Pablo Gomez says:

    my truck has no crank no start. fuses and relays are good and replaced the Ignition switch but still no power from the S wire?? anyone have any idea? much appreciated ๐Ÿ™๐Ÿฝ

  6. Avataaar/Circle Created with python_avatars Craig Dillon says:

    Another culprit is the Discrete Logic Ignition Switch (DLIS) Fuse under the hood. Great video that walked me through all needed checks for the exact same symptoms, but ultimately ended up being a corroded DLIS fuse (2A).

  7. Avataaar/Circle Created with python_avatars โ€ขLUNATICRIDER209โ€ข says:

    Iโ€™m having the same problem but the door chime works and when I crank it the door chime stops. Gauges are lit up but not working. Radio headlights windows all work. When I crank it just a clicking sound from the fuse box. I just put a new battery alternator starter transmission on it. Truck is a 2004 Chevy SS and Iโ€™m the first owner. Has over 126,000 miles and when it had around 40,000 miles I had the same thing happen. Back then I put a new starter relay fuse and odometer. My question is do you think itโ€™s the starter relay fuse again?

  8. Avataaar/Circle Created with python_avatars Dennis Hanks says:

    I was always told when changing the battery to connect 9 volt battery into the cigarette lighter to keep it from going into the anti-theft mode so is that not necessary. Just wondering. I still think the video was an excellent job

  9. Avataaar/Circle Created with python_avatars K Hill says:

    Good job on that Battery, Vice Grip Garage would approve with that go handle on it.

  10. Avataaar/Circle Created with python_avatars K Hill says:

    That starter fooled you by working that one time.

  11. Avataaar/Circle Created with python_avatars Dubblyew Jay says:

    glad you went thru the troubleshooting the way you did. Good job!

  12. Avataaar/Circle Created with python_avatars Kathy Thornton-Roberts says:

    how about a hybrid no crank no start?

  13. Avataaar/Circle Created with python_avatars LL Farms - Living With Livestock says:

    I really like your style of video production in addition to the knowledge you share. Very well done and very interesting. Subscribed!

  14. Avataaar/Circle Created with python_avatars Bill myer says:

    All your videos are so good. Canada here not sure where you are. got a 2001 Jimmy, new pump, starts for 15 sec quotes
    . Think it is a ground issue. Haven`t come across anything like that with your channel. Bill

  15. Avataaar/Circle Created with python_avatars John Mccoy says:

    ? Some time my truck will start other time it won't do nothing all light are on any suggestions could something be getting warm and not working could the master fuse be bad

  16. Avataaar/Circle Created with python_avatars N D says:

    This was well done and helpful, and that's why among all the videos about this issue I am posting the following comment:

    If it is the battery as it was with mine, you have to actually INSTALL the new/good battery, NOT just jump it – that will not work. After viewing a dozen videos and forums that's what I finally found out from my shop. I believe them because any other problem with the system would have cost more to fix. Plus it did work.

    The explanation from the shop is that it has to do with the computers and complexity of the charging system, and the need for direct cable connections. Jumper cables do not provide the necessary power feed.

  17. Avataaar/Circle Created with python_avatars Wendi Stephens says:

    Thank you for your vast knowledge and I know I can do it!

  18. Avataaar/Circle Created with python_avatars michael baskinmichael9 says:

    Mine was for same strange reason didnโ€™t have nothin , no power to starter relay or crank , and fuel relay didnโ€™t have nothing either. Did a relearn on vats twice and still nothing was going to hot wire it but all of sudden heard fuel pump loading up . Put all stuff back the way it was and it started like nothing was wrong , what in hell would of that would be wrong , cause you no itโ€™s going to come back at a real bad time.

  19. Avataaar/Circle Created with python_avatars richard abner says:

    Another great video. I like your diagnostic trouble shooting process. removing the starter underneath you stated โ€œthe black sockets don't workโ€, โ€œneed to try the chrome onesโ€. why did the black not work???

  20. Avataaar/Circle Created with python_avatars Candellasteelerectors Candella says:

    98 gmc changed starter got new one and would work not work now my original think is solenoid but jump starter off cables starter works open for suggestions

  21. Avataaar/Circle Created with python_avatars Dave Hagstrom says:

    Great video. Great job.
    I wish all troubleshooting videos were this good.

  22. Avataaar/Circle Created with python_avatars kens240tree1 says:

    Iโ€™m having the same problem now but how or where did you get the fuse extender

  23. Avataaar/Circle Created with python_avatars Wade Pistole says:

    We are having the same issue. But with no fire to the starter solenoid

  24. Avataaar/Circle Created with python_avatars DARIEN SCHEUERMAN says:

    You got a great site very informative appreciate it

  25. Avataaar/Circle Created with python_avatars Ladco77 says:

    Now I know how to properly troubleshoot this issue on my 2004 Sierra. Only problem is it's so intermittent I can't get it to fail when I'm sitting in my garage and able to test.

  26. Avataaar/Circle Created with python_avatars shane young says:

    I have a 04 2500 HD 6.0 was driving down the street the doors start locking and unlocking now won't start can't figure it out

  27. Avataaar/Circle Created with python_avatars dwk37743 says:

    Where did you find the relay/fuse extender/tester?

  28. Avataaar/Circle Created with python_avatars Johnny Sechrist says:

    When I went to work for Sears Automotive they sent me to school down in Atlanta, GA for starter, alternator/generator, and battery school. That was my first ASE Certification test….Next was alignment training. All this happened almost fifty years ago.

  29. Avataaar/Circle Created with python_avatars 10seconds Of Nature says:

    On mine the dashboard donโ€™t light up and once it does โ€ฆ it starts right up ! So idk what it could be ๐Ÿฅฒ

  30. Avataaar/Circle Created with python_avatars Money making vlog by Corey elkins says:

    Had the same happen to my 2011 Silverado 1500 and all I did was disconnect battery for minute and it started right up and been working for few weeks now but I know it's just a matter of time before it does it again

  31. Avataaar/Circle Created with python_avatars Minnie Chandler says:

    Food for thought Last winter my 2001 chevy 1500 started this issue. I used a wire to get myself home. It only does this when it gets cold( Texas 40 degrees).it cranks like a champ 1st time every time in warm weather. Thanks to your video i am going to put a starter in and hope that stops my problem. Thank you.

  32. Avataaar/Circle Created with python_avatars Craig Spencer says:

    Very good. I suspected and replaced my starter relay and put silver oxide grease on the prongs thinking I had had flaky connections. Now I think my neutral safety switch is flaky because I had to put the truck in park twice to start it. This is a once inawhile problem. A 2003 Chevy 3500 Coachman motorhome. I'd rather drive my Hemi truck than work on my Chevy truck.

  33. Avataaar/Circle Created with python_avatars Bill Groel says:

    Good testing. Thank you for sharing

  34. Avataaar/Circle Created with python_avatars Donald Selman says:

    Got a 2003 no crank turn key to start the dash lights will go out let it go they come on jump the relay it cranks and starts the fuel gage and oil pressure gage don't go back to zero and no key chime the crank fuse has no power till you jump relay also the single wire on starter no power till jump relay also a wire on ignition switch have replaced everything including computer, starter ignition switch neutral safety no green wires checked grounds I'm going crazy trying to fix this truck have you run into this problem can you please help me ???

  35. Avataaar/Circle Created with python_avatars utfan26 says:

    I've been watching your videos for a while now but I never came across this video which was extremely helpful. I've been having this exact problem with my 03 suburban and now I can finally fix it. You're a lifesaver!!

  36. Avataaar/Circle Created with python_avatars M A says:

    Could u have jumped on the starter relay?? Pin 86 or 87

  37. Avataaar/Circle Created with python_avatars M A says:

    Hi. I have a 2006 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 hybrid. Didnโ€™t start. Was told it was hybrid battery. Changed it and still wonโ€™t start. Anyone have any suggestions?

  38. Avataaar/Circle Created with python_avatars Paul Doven says:

    I jumped to conclusions and changed the ignition switch and still won't start. Balls!!!!!!;

  39. Avataaar/Circle Created with python_avatars Eric says:

    if i have a remote starter and it still starts with that is it safe to say it would be my ignition switch?

  40. Avataaar/Circle Created with python_avatars Pablo Gomez says:

    I'm having no crank no start and I have Power to the B terminal but no power to the S terminal, I'm guessing maybe the ignition switch ๐Ÿค” I have tested relays and fuses and they are good.

  41. Avataaar/Circle Created with python_avatars shaun cunningham says:

    O2 Chevy Silverado 1500 no start no joke, needs a new ignition switch I put that in and going to put a new starter in it also great video learned a lot preciate it enjoy the day

  42. Avataaar/Circle Created with python_avatars Phil manwarren says:

    can you please do a video of a s10 with a no dome lights and curtsey lights I give up I cant find it I wish you lived around Norwich ny

  43. Avataaar/Circle Created with python_avatars firekilller13 says:

    I have a very similar problem.
    I had to change out the ignition lock, new one is installed and it's doing exactly the same thing.

  44. Avataaar/Circle Created with python_avatars The watcher of Yahuah. says:

    I have that same milwaukee rachet.