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Old 10-21-2016, 03:16 PM   #1
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The CLU is the security unit mounted under the drivers seat....

Use the search function @ top of page "ignition switch".
The electrical portion of the switch (mounted at the bottom of the mechanical tumbler assembly) is notorious for failing causing all sorts of electrical gremlins.
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Old 10-21-2016, 03:47 PM   #2
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The CLU is the security unit mounted under the drivers seat....

Use the search function @ top of page "ignition switch".
The electrical portion of the switch (mounted at the bottom of the mechanical tumbler assembly) is notorious for failing causing all sorts of electrical gremlins.
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When weird electrical behavior appears that has no other obvious related causes, it usually turns out to be the ignition switch.
At around $20 and about 10 minutes to swap it out, it can't hurt to try. Also, if your switch isn't failing, it will eventually. It's good to have one on hand.

The reason I suspect it is that I traced your problem circuits and the only thing I can find in common aside from the battery is the switch.
I'll admit that I've never heard of a starter issue related to the switch, but it should be eliminated, anyway.
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Old 10-22-2016, 05:29 AM   #3
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OK guys will switch out the ignition switch and report back. All this help is appreciated.
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Old 10-24-2016, 07:36 AM   #4
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Replaced ignition switch and still no courtesy lights and no power windows. Where to look now. as i noted fuses are good.
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