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1998 Mitsubishi Mirage Repair Question


Topics covered: Starter, Click, Distributor.
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Asked on September 23, 2012

What could be the problem if the car is showing starter problems but the starter is good?

The car simply makes a clicking sound when i turn the key. I removed the starter had it checked out and it was good apparently. The car had a bad wire so i replaced them all and the distributor cap as well.
Avatar Asked by dickdiaz214

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Replied on September 23, 2012

the solenoid may be working but the motor may be bad.

Roy

Tiny Answered by ASEMaster6371 (expert)
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Replied on September 23, 2012

Bench test for starter motors are not foolproof. A failing starter would work when some knocks are applied but it would fail intermittently when in vehicle.

Tiny Answered by KHLow2008 (expert)
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