have the starter motor checked. it may have a dead spot in the armature.

Roy

Answered by ASEMaster6371 (expert)
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So you had the alternator and battery tested?Also made sure the battery cables are clean and tight?Do you a multimeter to do some testing?

Answered by saturntech9 (expert)
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I was guessing possibly the starter. When it does it, would hitting it with a hammer be a way of checking it? I do have voltmeters. Should i test it for resistance and what should it be?

Response from donlie
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I just got done replacing a shift solenoid in the trans of a saturn today which I had to check with a meter. Similar?

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Yes you can try hitting it with a hammer while the key is in the start position.Also you can see if the small trigger wire has power at the starter while the key is in the start position.

Answered by saturntech9 (expert)
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ok thankyou. I'll check it out next time it messes up. (probably tomorrow)

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Alright keep me posted.

Answered by saturntech9 (expert)
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Thankyou for your advice. The starter was smoked. Now I'm trying to find out why the security light is always flashing except when the doors are locked-then solid red

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