Electric works no crank no start

Asked by Lucius88 Nov 13, 2019 at 09:28 PM about the 1995 Buick Century Custom Sedan FWD

Question type: Maintenance & Repair

So replace the spark plugs and wires with
proper gap... Tested alternator and battery..
tried to bypass starter solenoid by touching
both ends with a screw driver no spark....
Pulled and replaces all fuses... Don't under
stand y it won't start I fix a lot of cars
regularly and this is the first time I got into
this problem. Is there something regulating
the power being sent to the starter or a relay
the manual doesn't mention... Appreciate any
advice and thanks for taking the time to look
over

1 Answer

3,145

It could be several things including a faulty ignition switch, camshaft sensor or crankshaft sensor (could require shims when replaced). If the fuel injectors are not firing, then it would lean to a faulty camshaft sensor. A faulty crankshaft sensor will not be able to help the engine computer to reference top dead center, and subsequently will not be able to tell the engine which cylinder needs to fire first. You will need to probe the fuse box in the engine compartment to diagnose a bad ignition switch. All of these could lead to a no start condition.

2 people found this helpful.

Your Answer:

Own this car?

Share your experience with others.

1995 Buick Century

Review another car

CarGurus Experts

  • #1
    Bruce Sampson
    Reputation
    2,410
  • #2
    John Saffrahn
    Reputation
    1,790
  • #3
    Audrey Smith
    Reputation
    1,410
View All

Know more, shop wisely

Search

Related Models For Sale

Used Buick LeSabre
179 listings starting at $2,556
Used Buick Regal
49 Great Deals out of 712 listings starting at $2,499
Used Buick Park Avenue
48 listings starting at $2,491
Used Chevrolet Impala
340 Great Deals out of 4,603 listings starting at $604
Used Lincoln Town Car
26 Great Deals out of 513 listings starting at $2,000
Used Honda Accord
1,543 Great Deals out of 30,313 listings starting at $1,400
Used Buick Skylark
31 listings

Content submitted by Users is not endorsed by CarGurus, does not express the opinions of CarGurus, and should not be considered reviewed, screened, or approved by CarGurus. Please refer to CarGurus Terms of Use. Content will be removed if CarGurus becomes aware that it violates our policies.