Terry,
Sounds like the solenoid clicks.
Andrew Smith
Terry Rudd wrote:
> Andrew,
>
> It is likely to be the contacts in your ignition switch. You can pull the
> switch apart and clean everything up or replace the switch. I've assumed the
> when you turn the key to the Start position you get nothing at all out of
> the starter. If the starter is spinning but not engaging then this is a
> different problem or if the solenoid just clicks then this is also a
> different problem - get back with some more details if either 2 or 3 is
> happening so I can advise more specifically.
>
> You can test the Ignition switch with a multimeter; disconnect the lead from
> the solenoid (make sure it can't touch the body) and attach the +ve
> multimeter lead and the -ve multimeter lead to earth. Turn the key to the
> Start position and see if a constant 12 volts is shown on the readout.
>
> Must be the weather for electrical problems, I've had trouble with my
> alternator and starter through the week but all fixed over the weekend.
>
> regards
> Terry
>
> -----Original Message-----
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> [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED]]On Behalf Of andrew smith
> Sent: Sunday, 4 March 2001 11:47
> To: [EMAIL PROTECTED]
> Subject: starter motor
>
> Sometimes I have to turn the ignition on and off about ten times to get
> the starter to engage.I changed the starter motor but it's still the
> same.Could it be a relay or something? Any help would be great.
> Andrew Smith
>
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