2001 Chevy Venture that was running fine yesterday. This morning, it wouldn't start. The engine would not turn over, and there was no clicking as if alternator were bad. No security light indicator could be seen on the dashboard. Upon turning the car off and removing the key, the dashboard lights and dome lights flashed several times along with the doors locking and unlocking several times. In addition, there was a hissing/ whirring sound that came from the dashboard after the key was removed.
In addition to attempting to start in park, also tried to start in neutral with the same results.
No clicking as if alternator were bad ?? No clicking would be the starter solenoid , not the alternator ! Your best bet would be to take your vehicle to a qualified repair shop . Unless you know how to do automotive electrical testing ! How to use an read a wiring diagram ? We use wiring diagrams to see what all is involved in a system , circuit etc..... An we take training classes !
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It sounds like a battery issue. Check the battery connections, they may be loose at either post. Physically check to see if they are tight to the battery. Next if possible get the battery tested for state of health. If your battery is faulty or weak it will do a lot of weird symptoms, they all sound related. Also check the ground cable (the black one) to the body ground, this is usually on the right front fender (follow the smaller black wire from the battery). The other issue Venture vans are known for is the ignition switch. It could be faulty and either staying engaged with the key off, or not allow full voltage to accessories, such as wipers, door locks, theft deterrent system or computer modules (thats a whole different scenario).
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