| starter is an electro magnet that is energized by current. It could be stuck. Here is how I check a starter and Bendix by using a direct + 12 volt connection at the connector. This test eliminates all systems from the starter. Unplug the connector at the starter connect an alligator clip with 12 gage wire and run it up to the battery. Turn key to start position with dash icons lit up, now touch wire lead from starter connector to + batt post till engine starts then release. If starter Bendix ok it should stop. If not Bendix is faulty. If starting with your key and the Bendix still runs after key released from starter mode there is 12v getting to the Bendix unit. You may also have a problem with the starter safety switch on the clutch pedal. There may be a problem with the ignition switch on the column. I think there is a security system that is in the starting circuit that may be the issue. Do the simple things first like the direct connection to the Bendix, just wire and a clip, cheap to do. Then look to the clutch start switch. Then check the starter relay. Note a continuity bench test of a relay without the amps that actually run to the starter will not be a positive test of the relay, some fail with the proper amperage (been there done that with relays). Then the column ignition starter switch. Then the security circuit. Then .................??
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