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won't start when it's really hot

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posted by  lucid on  Wed Oct 22 11:37 CST 2003
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Could it be the solenoid on the starter?

Sounds like a possibility. If you have a meter or test light it's fairly easy to check, but you need a helper:

1) Get access and visibility to the smaller wire at the solenoid (push-on terminal),

2) Leaving the wire attached, probe for +12 volts when helper turns key to the Start position (be prepared so you won't be startled if it should start).

3) If you get +12 v but no cranking (and no solenoid click), the solenoid is bad.

4) If it clicks but doesn't crank, its the starter.

Either 3 or 4 may be repairable. Hope this helps,
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Bruce Young,
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