1995 Volkswagen Golf U Try Start Engine Stater Makes Noise Turning

1995 VOLKSWAGEN GOLF
69,000 MILES
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what is the problem when u try to start the engine and stater makes noise not turning the flywheel.

Feb 3, 2013 at 12:17 AM
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EXOVCDS
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You need a new starter... or get your starter re-built (overhauled).

Thomas
Feb 3, 2013 at 12:27 AM
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JACOBANDNICKOLAS
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Sounds like a bad solenoid. Remove the starter and bench test it to see if the gear kicks out when it spins.
Feb 3, 2013 at 1:10 AM
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