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Starter solenoid Bendix not engaging

Tiny
BEN NUCKOLS
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  • 2005 PONTIAC MONTANA
  • 3.5L
  • 6 CYL
  • 2WD
  • AUTOMATIC
  • 140,000 MILES
I just put in a new starter, it worked fine for a week, then stopped. I tested the starter motor was good, then I tested bypassing ignition switch going straight from positive, to trigger on the starter I get nothing, but could smell some burning in solenoid. Why did it do that on a new starter? Thank you, Ben " old school diy guy"
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Wednesday, July 31st, 2019 AT 12:02 AM

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Tiny
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Good morning,

Sounds like the starter has failed. Even new parts can be defective. At least it is covered under warranty.

What brand and from what store?

Roy
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Wednesday, July 31st, 2019 AT 2:44 AM
Tiny
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Was it a brand new starter or a re-manufactured starter, because if it was re-manufactured, they don't always put on a new solenoid. If they test it once or twice and it works, they may choose now to put a new solenoid on, and that may be why.
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