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Strange Electrical Issue

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Mike98GSX

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Dec 18, 2009
Holland, Michigan
My GSX has been doing something real strange lately.

Basically, I put the key in the ignition and switch it to the "ON" position where as windows/locks/radio etc... Should all be working, but nothing works. The car still cranks over and starts up perfectly fine every single time. After the car runs for anywhere between 2-8 minutes, all of the accessory's begin to function again as normal.

-I've had my battery tested and charged and it puts out well over the 650CCA that it's rated to and holds a good charge as well (Newer battery).

-I've had the alternator tested and it put's out over 15-volts while the car is idling.

-I've checked grounds, fuses and wires to make sure everything looked good and it all checked out.

Very strange, I don't really have the slightest clue on what it could be. :confused:

Any help would be appreciated!
 
Sounds like the ignition switch has a bad connection in it. After a little while it may be getting enough connection to work. I would suggest pulling it out and look for any worn, corroded, or burnt connections in the switch.
 
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