Hi guys,
I had troubles getting the car started last weekend, and I like your advice on a way forward.
The car has had difficulties going lately; the starter seems to really struggle to get the engine running. It worked sufficiently to get the car going when i left home, but last Sunday it just didn't want to go after I stopped for 5 to 10 minutes. The starter was really struggling to go round and did not have enough force to get the engine running.
Just as I called RACV I still managed to get it going, but the issue remains.
Now I've spent some time this morning browsing 'the internets' for similar issues, and it looks as if I need to do the following. I am interested to see if you have additional advise.
I need to add that before I left I had the batteries trickle charged overnight, and when it runs, it doesn't skip a beat, so I do not suspect the batteries.
Also, if i shut the car down and start straight away, it will start almost immediately.
1) check earthing in general and power when cranking.
2) check & clean connection points on the starter engine.
If the above is fine, my conclusion would be that the starter engine may need replacement. You guys agree?
Anything related to the solenoid I should test?
Also, if I replace it, would it make sense to go for a high-torque starter?
thanks in advance!
Pat
I had troubles getting the car started last weekend, and I like your advice on a way forward.
The car has had difficulties going lately; the starter seems to really struggle to get the engine running. It worked sufficiently to get the car going when i left home, but last Sunday it just didn't want to go after I stopped for 5 to 10 minutes. The starter was really struggling to go round and did not have enough force to get the engine running.
Just as I called RACV I still managed to get it going, but the issue remains.
Now I've spent some time this morning browsing 'the internets' for similar issues, and it looks as if I need to do the following. I am interested to see if you have additional advise.
I need to add that before I left I had the batteries trickle charged overnight, and when it runs, it doesn't skip a beat, so I do not suspect the batteries.
Also, if i shut the car down and start straight away, it will start almost immediately.
1) check earthing in general and power when cranking.
2) check & clean connection points on the starter engine.
If the above is fine, my conclusion would be that the starter engine may need replacement. You guys agree?
Anything related to the solenoid I should test?
Also, if I replace it, would it make sense to go for a high-torque starter?
thanks in advance!
Pat
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