1999 VOLKSWAGEN POLO
75,000 MILES
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ARCHPARKER
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my car won't turn over the starter motor is ok. the car will bump start. there is no response to the key only a clicking sound in the engine compartment.
Dec 31, 2012 at 2:50 PM
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MHPAUTOS
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How did you test the starter, sound like it is faulty the click is probably the starter solenoid engaging but not making a good contact for the starter to engage.
Dec 31, 2012 at 3:39 PM
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new starter motor fitted and working. unsure why it still won't start.
Jan 2, 2013 at 10:38 PM
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