I have a 2000 Pontiac Grand Prix, and when I go to start it, it starts sluggishly, like it's having trouble turning over. But here's a weird thing-- If I turn the key to
run" or wherever you usually put it to start the car, it has trouble turning over, but if I turn it to the "off" position, and start it that way, it starts like a firecracker.
Basically, from the run position, the key can turn maybe a half inch, but from the off position, maybe a couple inches, so I'm wondering why a start from the off position is working so much better. Thanks
2007-09-15 04:50:25 · 3 answers · asked by Anonymous in Cars & Transportation ➔ Car Makes ➔ Pontiac
The tumbler pins, or your key is worn out.
Try your spare key and see if it works better.
2007-09-15 04:56:45 · answer #1 · answered by Mr. KnowItAll 7 · 0⤊ 1⤋
Bad electrical switch? Also, next time you have a regular tune-up, etc, have the timing chain checked, as well as the fuel pump.
2007-09-15 21:37:09 · answer #2 · answered by soxrcat 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
bad switch..replace it..
2007-09-15 04:56:35 · answer #3 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋