

| Subject: | Re: failure to fire: the sequel |
| From: | Roger Sisler |
| Date: | Tue, 12 Sep 2006 20:08:35 -0400 |
If your problem narrows to the starter solinoid,it can be replace ,or fixed,without replacing the motor.Check the solinoid for a complete circut.If you get one, the solinoid may be fixed,without replacing it.I think they hang up cause of corrosion ,and get to much current, and then burn out. After removing the starter,use a impact screw driver(advance auto $18)to seperate the solinoid from the starter motor, proper. Remove the solinoid and clean the piston and cylinder with 800or 1000grit sand paper. Grease the piston and cylinder.Use RTV when reinstalling the new or cleaned solinoid,to prevent moisture from corroding the new fix.Cheap, and not hard to do.If you got the afternoon free,you will be very educated in starter motors by doing this operation,insead of just buying a new motor.It is very interesting how Bosh has put this item together.Very simple.2 bolts hold the motor to the engine.Three screws hold the solinoid to the starter motor.Thats all there is to it.
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