Emergency! 3.6 converted careers won't turn over in boonies!
 

Hey, I just drove my new to me 88 carerra with 95 3.6 conversion from Philly to NC. I stopped to pee and it won't start! If you turn key lights come on but no turnover--not even a bit.

Any emergency tips? I am stuck and 7 hours from home!

Stick shift...Push to start

How's the battery ?
Check to see if the alternator belt is tight ... i guess without a voltmeter and basic tools there's not too much you can do.Perhaps try to get a push start and see if that works ...

I'm sure someone else will chime in with helpful advice !

Cheers
Phil

Neutral safety switch? Clutch safety switch?

Whack the solenoid with a BFH......call the previous owner and ask WTF?

Check battery connections.....long drive w/o AAA?

EDIT: Yes hot start.....if you wait an hour it maight start.....whacking the solenoid frees it up.....

Could be an overheated starter solenoid. This happened to me last summer. I was able to push-start the car. Later, when it cooled off, it started fine.

That issue is known as a heat-soaked starter. Good luck and I hope you get home safe soon!

Fuel pump relay?

Easy fix! Stupid battery cable had corroded through. Took everything apart and cleaned it. Jump started good as new.

Thanks guys!

Oi...JB pegged it....