'04 Cavalier, auto trans ... Which intermittently won't start: it cranks, but nothing happens. The problem clears if I adjust the steering wheel tilt. So, probably a wire/connection problem. I haven't found it yet, but expect to.
What I find confusing is, once it's started, it absolutely runs w/o trouble, even if I change the tilt. So, it seems like the intermittent connection is only needed with the key in the 'start' position. I can't imagine why there would be such a thing: I'd think that circuits required in both 'start' and 'run' (eg, ignition, fuel, PCM) would just use a single bridged terminal in the switch. That is, in fact, what I see in my (older) service manual. Doing otherwise would require an extra wire.
If the switch itself was failing, it would all make sense; but, then why would it clear when I change the tilt?
I should add, there is a remote start module (installed by the previous owner) under the dash. I have no idea how it's wired.
Any thoughts welcome. When it warms up a little, I'll go out and tug on wires.
G