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Oh no! Is your starter motor failing? Don’t panic - it’s not the end of the world. With a bit of knowledge and some elbow grease, you can get your car back up and running in no time. Let’s take a look at what to do when you suspect your starter motor is on its last legs.
How Do I Know If My Starter Motor Is Failing? [Solved]
Hey, if your car won’t start and you hear weird noises like clinking, grinding or whirring coming from under the hood, it’s probably a bad starter. Or maybe you’re having intermittent problems starting the car? Yeah, that’s another sign. And if you see smoke coming out from under the hood - yikes! - that’s a surefire sign of a bad starter.
No Cranking Sound: If you turn the key in the ignition and hear no sound from the starter motor, it is likely that it has failed.
Slow Cranking: If you hear a slow cranking sound when turning the key, this could be an indication of a failing starter motor as well.
Clicking Noise: A clicking noise coming from the starter motor is another sign that it may be failing or has already failed.
Burning Smell: If you smell a burning odor coming from your engine compartment, this could indicate that your starter motor is overheating and needs to be replaced soon.
Engine Won’t Start: The most obvious sign of a failing starter motor is if your engine won’t start at all when you turn the key in the ignition.
Uh-oh, it looks like your starter motor is on the fritz. That’s a bummer, but don’t worry - it’s a pretty common issue. Basically, the starter motor is responsible for getting your engine going when you turn the key in the ignition. If it’s not working properly, you won’t be able to get your car started. So if you’re having trouble starting up your ride, chances are that this is what’s causing the problem.
