Model: IMPALA LS
Make: CHEVY
Year: 2006
Engine/transmission option: 3800 OR 3.8L/AT
are you mechanically inclined/have the right tools?: SOMEWHAT
Issue(s): When I turn the ignition over all lights, display, head lamps go dead and car doesn't start.
I've researched online and come up with a few things but after trying them I've had no luck.

Would greatly appreciate some help, will donate if given useful advise that works.

battery has a charge?

Dead battery
or loose connection

Play with the terminals, if nothing still. Boost it

I pulled the terminals off and scrubbed them with baking soda solution and a wire brush, just bought a brand new battery. Still no success.

The connection at the post is good, here's a link to the exact symptoms of what is happening with it. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ITvU_vXMrDY

I've tried switching the starter relay like the guy who posted the video but no luck.

This post was edited by Tragically on Jul 22 2014 02:23pm

Clicking noise?

No clicking noise, it acts like the starter isn't getting any juice.

Since all the dash lights go dead I figured it's an electrical short somewhere, was just hoping someone on here may of dealt with it before. I'm no mechanic.

try jumping your starter or if you have a volt meter check the hot wire to the starter

Hit the starter with a hammer a few times