Alex's response about measuring the voltage is good, and Bruce's idea we'll
also help you to determine if the solenoid is sticking (though I would tap
on the solenoid, not "bang" on it). I used to do that to mine once.
However, instead of crawling under the van, I would use a broomstick and
carefully angle it just above the right rear tire to get a straight shot at
the solenoid.

On Tue, Jul 6, 2021, 4:06 PM Douglas Toomey <drt@uoregon.edu> wrote:

> All,
>
> The van developed a starting problem over the past couple of days.  The
> battery is fully charged, newish, and fine. Also tried jumping the car; no
> go.  I can push start it. Tested a second ignition switch.  Both the
> original and the spare cause an audible clicking of the starter motor.
>
> Current symptoms:  Turn key over, hear fuel pump.  Move key to start, hear
> clicking of starter motor
>
> Questions:
>
> 1) The Bentley shows taking the starter apart to clean commutator.  Is
> that recommended?
>
> 2) How can I be sure it is starter?  Can it be the solenoid?
>
> 3) Local shop what carries GoWesty parts is closed this week. Any
> suggestions on where to get a new starter motor and type?
>
> Thanks,
>
> Doug
>