anyone ever had their starter motor jam up on them?

mine just ticks when you flick the ignition, doesnt even attempt to turn over, battery is fine voltage wise though.

can i just stick it in gear, and maybe rock it free? or is it a starter motor off jobby?

cars a my99

 

as you say, just rock it - should sort it, hopefully

 

i have one for sale from a 93 wrx if you want, going cheap

 

I had this problem (car's in at Zen's for rebuild - so new recon'd starter's going on).

Solenoid would click away strongly (normal batt voltage too) but obvioulsy the pinion would stick. Did try putting it in 2nd and rocking car back and forth - sometimes it would work, sometime not.

Ultimately, I would just keep turning the key and it would eventually start - but could take about 20-30 turns before doing so! Try repeatedly turning the key to see if it will eventually start (be patient). Even if it does, get yourself a replacement fitted asap - prob only a matter of time until it packs up for good, and leaves you stranded somewhere...

 

hi all


i have the same problem with my scooby

even when i've stalled the car and then the f''''king thing will not start up again ...boy oh boy i go mad

..
same in the morning not working .....go back in side for a cupper and try again ..will work second time around .....

is it hard to change ......

alan

 

starter motor £15 plus delivery

pm if interested