Ignition switch?, lazy starter |
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Ignition switch?, lazy starter |
JimN73 |
May 31 2016, 06:32 PM
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Senior Member Group: Members Posts: 535 Joined: 6-October 07 From: Gig Harbor Member No.: 8,192 Region Association: Pacific Northwest |
Sometimes, fairly often, the starter motor turns over slowly and may (or may not) speed up after a second or so. The engine starts. 30 seconds later, it may fire right up.
Doesn't seem to matter if the engine is warm or cold. The starter has one of McMarks magical relays. I've checked the grounds and the wiring - all is tight. So the ignition switch seems to be the last optin. Anyone seen this before? thanks, |
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May 31 2016, 06:57 PM
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Repeat Offender & Resident Subaru Antagonist Group: Members Posts: 13,507 Joined: 23-January 09 From: Temecula, CA Member No.: 9,964 Region Association: Southern California |
I think you can rule out the switch if McMark installed a relay at the starter. What kind of shape are your cables in? Check both battery cables and your ground strap on the trans
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