OK 940 fans, replacing the starter at first seemed to solve the problem. However, yesterday I had another occasion where when the key was turned to start I got all the warning lights but no click or starting. After two tries it then started. I figure the other likely components are 1. starter inhibit switch or its adjustment. 2. Ignition switch itself.

Any advice appreciated.

Brian Mee
92 945T

Could be brushes.... could be a sticky solenoid. The fix is pretty much the same: change starter.

-Ryan
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Athens, Ohio
1987 245 DL 324k, Dog-mobile, E-codes
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1990 744GLE 189K 16-valve project
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I hope so. (Meaning replacing the starter is not too hard.) Possible sticking bendix.

How much time?

First, check battery connections/corrosion and starter connections.

Try a few good taps, like a hammer or pipe, on the starter first and then try to start. This seems to free the bendix a little allowing an instant start. If this works, replace the starter.

Tom