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Subject:Re: No voltage at starter?
From:Per Lindgren
Date:Thu, 18 Feb 1999 01:36:22 +0100

Aaron Robinson wrote:

> My van's starter doesn't seem to be working, but it actually is. The
> problem is that when I try to start it, nothing happens...no selnoid
> click or anything. I just put the starter back in after replacing the
> selnoid, so that's not the problem.
>
> I can start it using a starter switch attached to the starter, so the
> starter/selnoid works, but the exciter wire (or whatever you call it)
> that triggers the selnoid isn't getting any power. That's why it will
> start when I use a starter switch.
>
> What should I look for to fix this?
>
> If you have any clues, please let me know ASAP since I'm trying to get
> this done TODAY.
>
> Thanks
> Aaron Robinson
> aaronrobinson@gocougs.wsu.edu

As I suggested to some other listee yesterday, check your ignition switch!
This is a very weak point in our oh-so-proud vehicles.

PerL
88 Syncro