Subject	got it to start (once) >>
Posted by	WE350Z on March 03, 2015 at 1:10 PM
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In Reply To	Starting Issues posted by WE350Z on March 01, 2015 at 02:08 AM
Message	Well I think I have ruled out the battery and the charging system (alternator). I tried connecting my battery charger and putting it in "Engine Start" mode (125 AMP). The onboard voltmeter on the charger read that it was delivering 14.1V but it made no difference same problem still clicking. So I started turning the key to the ignition off and on in rapid fire succession. After several dozen attempts - bam the starter engaged and the engine turns over and fires right up. Everything seemed to be running fine: Multimeter voltage readings: Battery disconnected - 12.31V Engine Idling - 14.35V So I think those readings confirm the battery and alternator are just fine. I let the engine warm up to normal operating temperature and then shut it off. Tried starting again and I'm back to the clicking :( So I'm guessing it's either the relay or the starter (solenoid) itself? Is it worthwhile / adviseable to try switching the ignition/starter solenoid with another of the same time and see if the problem goes away. Otherwise - what should I do next? Bench test the starter? How does one do that? Where is it located? --Thanks! _____________________ 2006 Yamaha R1 Anniversary Edition 2006 Scion tC (Sold) 2004 Yamaha YZF-R6 (Sold) 2003 Nissan 350Z Track (Sold) 2000 BMW X5 4.4i 1993 300ZX Twin Turbo 1985 Nissan 300ZX NA (Sold) http://WE350Z.com>v WE350Z at gmail dot com
Follow Ups	Starting Issues - WE350Z 02:08:08 03/01/15 get battery checked under load cycle. Check starter >> - ZUL8TR 03:43:11 03/01/15 thanks dude - this is very helpful! (n/m) - WE350Z 13:44:23 03/02/15 PS: to do the starter jump test I note above you >> - ZUL8TR 13:15:47 03/03/15 Take the alternator out and have it tested, that way if the - davidztt 15:12:11 03/01/15 Def next battery will be Optima. Hopefully it's that simple! (n/m) - WE350Z 13:49:39 03/02/15 I think the alternator is fine see below... (n/m) - WE350Z 14:07:03 03/03/15 got it to start (once) >> - WE350Z 13:10:23 03/03/15 The starter is located on the passenger-side (USA model) - Zuberman 02:57:36 03/04/15 Thanks man been suspecting the starter for some time and >> - WE350Z 13:24:36 03/04/15 One more thing >> - WE350Z 13:30:27 03/04/15 Re: One more thing >> - Zuberman 00:42:00 03/05/15 Re: One more thing >> - Zuberman 01:11:50 03/05/15
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