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Expert: Kevin Pilotte - 10/1/2009


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I am having Ignition problems with my 1974 Javelin - 304 2bbl.

- Car has started and ran by jumping across starter relay.
- Will not start by ignition (key).
- Instrument appear to work.
- Ignition switch appears to meter out fine.
- Fuses metered out OK.
- Replaced starter relay, Coil, rotor assembly.
- There is one more relay mounted on the passenger side fender that appears to be the neutral safety switch, but unsure?

Running out of ideas, would appreciate any suggestions.

Thanks, Kelly.  

Answer
1974 AMC vehicles came with a seat belt system that required the seat belts to be connected before the engine will start. There is a small box with a red button located under the hood. The systems were usually bypassed, but this could be what's causing your no start condition.
Find the little box and push the button; let me know if it still won't start.
Does it crank over?

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Kevin Pilotte

Expertise

I can answer many technical questions relating to AMC vehicles prior to 1979. I also have experience with Rambler & Nash vehicles.

Experience

I am a former AMC technician, service writer and service manager. I have worked in AMC dealers in Illinois in the 70's. After college, I was a Field Service Rep for American Motors Sales Corporation, working out of the Chicago Zone office. I traveled to AMC dealers assisting in the diagnosis and repair of AMC vehicles. I was also the Area Training Manager for DeLorean Motor Company. I have 10+ years as an Automotive Instructor. I have modified and restored
numerous AMC vehicles. I have been working on AMC vehicles for over 30 years.

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I have been an ASE Certified Master Technician since 1975. This includes L1. I am also currently a Toyota Certified Master Diagnostic Technician.

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I have articles in "American Motoring", the official publication of the American Motors Owners Association. They are the largest AMC club in the world.

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I have a certificate I printed out from a website.

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