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Abrupt Starter Problems - WHIIIRRRRRRRRRR 200 1985

posted by  stxavier2003 on  Sun Feb 6 11:57 CST 2005
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I got into the Volvo to go to the store today, turned the key, and all I heard was the starter spinning, and failing to engage and turn the engine over. After about 10 tries, a little grinding finally was heard. Let off the key, hit it again its fine. After a 5 minute drive to the store and 5 minute drive back, I parked (so someone can pull me out if need be) and tried to start her. Tried about 5 times, everytime engaging on first try and starting the engine.

I had the starter out about 8 months ago and lubricated everything in the solenoid and starter (the drive mechanism) because it was sticking and being spun by the engine for 5-10 seconds after starting. After this lube job, engagement and disengagement was flawless.

My father and I reasoned that the lever or the pivot must have broken. (the lever and pivot that go between the solenoid and the pinion for engagement with the flywheel). HOWEVER, I read in the archives about an overrunning clutch? This apparently fails and causes similar problems? Any suggestions, I am about 3 hours from home at school and plan on driving home next weekend. Should I just plan on buying a reman starter?

Thanks.






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