Why do I have to keep replacing my starter?
Corrosion gets in the clamped joint and works its way up the wire under the insulation. Corroded connections do not conduct electricity well. Avoid them like the plague… If the starter solenoid welds the contacts, then the starter will attempt to run anytime there is power in the battery.
Is there a warranty on a new starter?
This newest starter should still be under warranty. Take it back and let the mechanic diagnose. However, don’t be surprised if he finds that the issue may be with the flywheel. If the issue is with the starter, then he should fix without any extra charge under warranty.
Who is responsible for a car starter going bad?
It seems like the parts company should be responsible) is that it seems unlikely that I would get two brand new starters from two different places that were bad. The first one went bad suddenly and this one seemed to go bad gradually.
Why does my new starter make a whirring sound?
I had moved since putting the new starter in so I had to take it to a different mechanic. He said the 3 month old starter was spinning (the whirring sound) but the arm was not coming out to engage the flywheel and he put in another new starter.
When did my Honda Civic DX starter fail?
New starter failed, even newer starter problems Maintenance/Repairs civic, honda, starters bauersteven July 4, 2016, 9:24pm #1 I have a 1998 Honda Civic DX with 225,000 miles. I had the starter replaced three months ago and the new starter failed recently.
When does a starter motor need to be replaced?
A starter motor has two wires connected to it: a small wire for the control circuit and a larger cable that is connected to the positive battery terminal. If there is a battery voltage at both starter terminals when pressing the Start button or turning the key and the starter motor doesn’t run, it’s bad and needs to be replaced.
How much does it cost to replace a starter?
How Much a Starter Replacement Costs The cost of rebuild parts for a starter can range from as little as $50 to as much as $350. A brand-new starter can range from $80 to over $350. For a qualified mechanic to replace or rebuild your starter, you can expect to pay between $150 and over $1,100.
How long does it take to put new starter on car?
A certain amount of time is involved on replacing a car starter on a certain year, make and model vehicle. If the labor guide dictates it takes 2.3 hours to replace the starter, then the customer pays for the new starter, plus the 2.3 hours of labor to install it.
How long does it take to replace starter?
How long does it take to replace a starter? Anywhere from 2-4 hours depending on how much of a tight squeeze it is to get to the bolts and nuts. It also depends on if you get it in right or not, so based on your skill set, it may take less time or more time.