No Crank, No Start on '98 1500 4x4

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js206

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My truck has developed an issue where the relay clicks and the accessories come on, but it will not start. I often have to turn the key several times to get it to go. The ignition and neutral safety switches have been replaced. If I disconnect the remote wire connector and jump it to the positive, the truck starts right up. I can't find any issues between the relay panel and column. The column was replaced recently, but this was also happening before. I've seen that people on YT solve this with a momentary on/off switch, but am not sure how safe that method is. Any suggestions?
 
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For anyone else having this happen, the remote wire pin at the column connector may be your problem.
 

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After repairing the loose connection at the plug, the problem persists. The engine will start right up if I jump the remote wire off the battery. And I tested the end coming out of the panel, and it puts out 12v when I turn the key. Completely stumped on this one. Battery tested fine.

Edit: connector was bad. All good now.
 
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Thank you for sharing. My 2010 1500 just started intermittently not starting. Battery is good. Will check the plug!
 
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