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Subject:Re: Van broken down in Paso Robles 5/27/2014 10 AM - Any recommendations for mechanic
From:SDF ( aka ;jim lahey' - Scott )
Date:Wed, 28 May 2014 11:44:40 -1000

Every van should/could have a hidden starter trigger wire in the engine
compartment..
for diaognostic reasons and self-rescue !!

Be sure to have it in D and key on when you touch the trigger wire to
the alternator hot post. More fun that way.

On 5/27/2014 7:15 AM, Kevin P Gilleran wrote:
> Stacy,
> Thanks for checking in.
>
> The transmission is an automatic. The lights work in the dash. I had Jessica
> run through the gears manually to make sure that the neutral-park switch is
> making full contact and yet Jessica says that the van is not turning over.
>
> I found a local mechanic is SLO, Nate at Broadstreet, referred by Van Caf�
> so I hope that they can do a better diagnostic than I can over the phone.
>
> Thanks!
>
> Kevin
>

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