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No crank when 'hot' 200 1993

posted by  woodshavings on  Sun Apr 26 10:24 CST 2015
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I have one last daemon to solve until my kids think the car is 'safe and reliable'.

1993 240 Wagon, 197k

Symptom: Occasionally, when we try to start the car soon after it has been running for a while, it fails to turn over. Lights and electrical systems are working. We have to let it cool anywhere from 15 min to 2 hours before it will crank, and then there is no problem.

This happens at gas stations or parking lots when the car has been turned off for a short period of time and then a restart is attempted.

When I turn the key to the #3 position to engage the starter, I can hear a slight 'click' coming from the starter area. But that's all. I think my ignition switch is ok.

A few months ago I cleaned all the big red wire connections between the batter, alternator and starter. I also cleaned all the ground connections. I have verified I've got good voltage on the big red wires.

I think my issue is in the start area, but I've never explored it and want some guidance.

I could not find any procedures for verifying the solenoid and starter operation.

Thoughts and suggestions appreciated.

Thanks.






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