Ignitionswitch will not move into starter posission

it's a manual means my transmission is manual transmission?
with a left foot clutch ,the clutch switch is bad above the pedal clutch
that switch enables the starter relay just like all cars, manual
so you an not start engine in gear.

those other problems are other causes.
IMMO key must not be ignored. padlock
thee users guide tells you what the lamp does. (lost that?)
lost the second ignition key? from when car was new.
some cars dim HL lamps to have extra power to crank the engine, a super good features on all cars with it.
you just buy a dead car, or did it just fail out of the blue.??????????
learn what RAP is in the manual.?
key off radio works for delay10mn them or ends door open
page 2-18 in the manual

now IMMO words same manual free, to all chev. owners.
Page 2-15 actual
to start the engine closes door or IMMO Passlock
will fail.
Your vehicle is equipped with the Passlock®
theft-deterrent system.
Passlock®
is a passive theft-deterrent system. Passlock®
enables fuel if the ignition lock cylinder is turned with
a valid key. If a correct key is not used or the ignition
lock cylinder is tampered with, fuel is disabled
During normal operation, the security light will go off
approximately three seconds after the key is turned to
RUN following an engine start.
If the engine stalls and the security light flashes, wait
until the light stops flashing before trying to restart
the engine. Remember to release the key from START
as soon as the engine starts.
If the engine is running and the security light comes on,
you will be able to restart the engine if you turn the
engine off. However, your Passlock®system is not working properly and must be serviced by yourdealer.

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https://www.manualowl.com/am/Chevrolet/2005-Cobalt/Manual/388


but the clutch switch is failing and can be jumpered easy, your paper clip. some switches have adjustment or are just fell loose.

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sounds like the tumblers in the ignition are going bad. if so it will need to be replaced

since car is starting from pushing i would imagine it could be the starter motor... just a thought. also if thats not the problem maybe a wire has come loose (this isunlikely but possible) hope this helps?

When this happens and the key is in the Ignition position, do the dash lights, etc come on? Could be the ignition switch is bad, and this is and easy way to tell. If the ignition is on and when we go to START, nothing happens, I would replace the starter/solenoid next.

First, make sure you can turn the engine by hand. If you can't then the starter can't turn it either. Have someone else turn the key and look for the source of the click...may be a relay. Go over the starting circuit with a volt meter. Check for power at the starter main terminal and then with the key turned to "start" check for power at the trigger terminal on the starter. Check battery voltage and check relay operation.
You have a neutral safety switch on the transmission if its an automatic and a clutch switch if it's a stick. Check them as well. Make sure battery grounding on fender and block are also clean and secure.

You will have to check, at the starter, for power to the SMALL wire on the starter solenoid (which is on the starter) when turning the ignition switch to start.
If there is power to this wire ( usually purple ) and power at the LARGE cable ( from the battery ) at the starter end.....you need a starter.

If you do not have power at the small wire at the solenoid with the key in start position and battery power is OK.....check the safety neutral switch.Moving the shifter around a little can sometimes allow the car to start if the neutral switch is worn.

A new battery does not always mean a fully charged battery.
Try a boost from another car before testing the starter for power.

The battery cables need to be clean and tight....and check the ground to the engine as well.

Everything else may work OK with bad connections,they don't use the power the starter needs to turn the engine over.

that sounds like its the ignitionswitch is going bad on the car or its the ignition its self. it could also be a loose wire going to your starter.

Sounds like starter selanoid, but first make sure battery connections are clean and tight, if sure they are then turn on headlights and try to start if still clicks and lights dim its starter.

Do you have a Chip in the Key? if so that Could be the Problem,Ya see the chip is a resistor and if it looses its ELECTRONIC VALUE in its Case Resistance it wont start to test this Turn the Key in the ON posission then do the Screwdriver thing If it Starts Key is Good and Most Likely the Ignition (SWITCH) is Bad <<ELECTRICAL Side NOY LOCKEST SIDE For More Info Recontact Me
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