only starts if i jump the solenoid

[pwrfool]

This problem has recently surfaced. I don't use the truck that often if it sets awhile I turn the key and get nothing. No click, no try to start, nothing. If I jump the solenoid on the fender it fires right up. Replaced it with a new one, problem returned after not using the truck for awhile again. Any ideas?

 

[rhkcommander]

Corrosion perhaps?

Are you jumping the small post to hot, or jumping the two big posts?

If starter cranks when jumping small post, the issue is either wiring, fuse, or starter switch in steering wheel. I put in a pushbutton for my relay, to keep from breaking the pot metal linkage in the steering wheel.

 

[franklin2]

Pull the small wire off the solenoid, and then put it back on. Did that fix it? I had a old 1980 like that, the little elbow connector for the solenoid would get corroded after it sat.

 

[pwrfool]

I'll try taking off the small wire. Jumping across the 2 big posts currently.

 

[bigdummy]

you can also have a neutral safety switch issue. not that I have been there before or anything...

 

[goldsjos18]

you can also have a neutral safety switch issue. not that I have been there before or anything...

i second this they are the biggest pain in the ass