HELP Car waiting for tow, problem diagnosis., Starter issue? |
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HELP Car waiting for tow, problem diagnosis., Starter issue? |
klikkid3 |
Aug 27 2008, 01:22 PM
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Member Group: Members Posts: 111 Joined: 2-July 08 From: san bernardino Member No.: 9,242 Region Association: Southern California |
So I recently get done with my front bearing project and the car was running so smooth and nice (IMG:style_emoticons/default/driving.gif) that I had that fear in the back of my mind about when it was all going to end. Well today I was coasting down mountain ave when the light changed so I down shifted into third, and it started. The starter is staying engaged with or without the key in. I pulled over and popped the lid and disconnected the negative terminal. Checked the wiring at the selenoid which looked normal, every time I reconnect the battery the starter engages and attempts to start the car. What do you all think? There is the obvious replace the starter but any other suggestions? I have a tow kit on it so I will try and get it home to take a closer look. Help!
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klikkid3 |
Aug 31 2008, 03:09 PM
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Member Group: Members Posts: 111 Joined: 2-July 08 From: san bernardino Member No.: 9,242 Region Association: Southern California |
(IMG:style_emoticons/default/agree.gif) You guys nailed it, I have left the red wire off and swithed a relay for the fuel pump and now it starts and runs. I am stumped about the red wire. The only mods I can see in there are a yellow top optima battery and a prostart 12v series surge protector I assume that is what it is because it is connected to the positive terminal and then down to the starter. It is strange that the red wire was hooked up originally but cant be used now. There is a shop down the street I heard good things about I am taking it there tuesday. Once again you all were a big help thank you.
Phill |
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