Justin

Does anyone know if any auto parts stores still rent / loan out OBDII scan tools? I know they will scan if you bring the car there but that's not really feasible in this case. I live in Maryland.

Here's the issue...

1999 Grand Am GT v6 3400 (3.4L)

Was backing out of parking spot, started fine and reversed fine, but the instant the car was put in drive it died completely.

No security system, so it's not a passlock issue

no solenoid clicking, no ability to crank the engine

no power to door locks, radio, etc

the only evidence of power is the check engine and anti-lock light in the key "on" position

when the emergency flasher button is pressed - pronounced clicking (inside)

there is actually a faint clicking (inside) without the key turned - disappears when key is turned

Here's what i figure...but i need further input:

battery is OK...tried to jump it but no change in symptoms, and makes sense since started fine before. Battery cables seem to be intact and OK.

I am leaning toward the ECU/computer as the culprit. If anyone has encountered this problem i would appreciate any input on this.

Also..where is the ECU on these cars?...it's not evident in the engine bay so i assume it's under the dash.

I checked any fuse ( inside the car and engine bay) that i thought could be the culprit - all checked out OK.

Tried jumping the car...no response. The battery is fine, and power is obviously getting to the car since the above lights come on, so i don't think it's a cable issue - but it's obviously an electical issue.

I am leaning toward a computer/ecu problem but would appreciate some input from people that may have encountered this problem. Also if anyone can give some guidance as to where the ecu is located i have no idea on this car...presumably under the dash.

Frankly this problem is stumping me...it's definetly an electrical issue.

Any input is appreciated