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lose all electrical power when the key is turned to start

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Old November 10th, 2017, 8:00 PM
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2012 Chevy Express 3500. 1st sign of problem was noticed when trailer lights did not work. A few minutes later I lost all electrical power with the key in the on position, but could hear a clicking noise from inside the fuse box under the hood. When I turned the key to the off position, clicking stopped. Now dash lights up when key is turned on, but lose all electrical power when key is turned to start.
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start by checking the battery...have it load tested. check the battery connections and make sure the cables are clean and tight
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Short somewhere. Pull the fuses for the trailer and rear lights on van.....




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