SRT10 No start with start button

[52Fiper]

We need some advice as we cannot start the truck with the in dash start button anymore.
The problem started when we parked for 5 minutes , turn the key and pressed the clutch pedal slowly with the start button pressed in, there was a fast clicking sound and the engine did not turn over.
Now when I turn the ignition and pull the clutch there is only a clicking sound back in the cab ( relay) and in the fusebox ( 2 relays) but no power to the starter.
When I bypass the red starter wire direct from the battery with the ignition on and in neutral (manual trans) it start fine , bit of a hassle to start the truck now only from under hood with this bypass. hope someone can help us out !

THX Ben

 

[ZCx]

might try takin the clutch switch out of the system.

just jump the harness plug

my clutch switch failed because the return springs colasped & would not let it make contact.

 

[52Fiper]

Sounds like the clutch switch works , if I press the start button first and than pull the clutch the relays in the cab and in the fusebox click

 

[ZCx]

thats the only prob i've had with startin. i could hear relays workin with the clutch switch failin also

well, only other prob was the starter diein from header heat

 

[52Fiper]

That way I will give it a try , let you know

 

[Itsmekylep]

Try a KNOWN good battery before you start tearing things apart.

 

[52Fiper]

Battery is in top shape, it start great when I bypass the system (direct 12V to the starter)

 

[52Fiper]

checked the clutch switch a bypassed it ...no difference,
Does anyone know the fuse or relay point for the red 12V wire that goes to the starter?
it seems to get buried into the harness

 

[ZCx]

showin fuse 14 & 30 for the starter system

looks to a yl/gy wire from the starter relay, turnin into a rd/bk wire to/at the starter

 

[52Fiper]

checked 14 and 30 ( 14 is a spare) as this may be because of an 6 speed trans?) the large 30 is good.
no changes so far in start , appreciate all your help !

 

[ARRESTmeRed04]

Have you used a test light or multimeter to confirm there is no voltage to the starter solenoid when you press the button? The only thing I can think of is to start there and work back until you find where you loose power at.

 

[ZCx]

checked 14 and 30 ( 14 is a spare) as this may be because of an 6 speed trans?) the large 30 is good.
no changes so far in start , appreciate all your help !

your welcome.

suppose to be a place where ya can down load the service manual. the Viper Registry i believe.

good plan of attack like Arrestme suggested also:rock:

 

[ViperCLKGTR]

Have you used a test light or multimeter to confirm there is no voltage to the starter solenoid when you press the button? The only thing I can think of is to start there and work back until you find where you loose power at.

x2 that's what I would do.