why is my car not turning over

1989 FORD MUSTANG
16,500 MILES
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WOODYSAN
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I have a 89 mustang with a 5.0. motor, the problem i am having, is i can push start the car and it runs fine, but as soon as i shut it down it will not start up, i can hear the starter solenoid, the horn and lights work, when i turn the key on the fuel pump engages, i engage the clutch and all that i get is the sound of the starter solenoid. The starter will not engage none what so ever. Also there is a lot of heat under the engine bay
Jan 6, 2012 at 12:49 AM
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RASMATAZ
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Have the starter motor load tested and then check and test the starter relay and then get back with me-
Jan 6, 2012 at 12:57 AM
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ROBLAUDERDALE
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does the starter still have the heat shieled on it. i have had them go out with out some cover over it with headers. check the wire conectiomn on the starter they come loose sometimes.
Jan 14, 2012 at 9:02 PM
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CADIEMAN
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TEST FOR START SIGNAL AT THE STARTER FROM THE INGITION SWITCH ON THE STARTER SELONIOD.IF YOU HAVE THIS THE STARTER IS BAD.TY FOR USING 2CARPROS
Jan 14, 2012 at 9:47 PM
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