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Tiny
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  • 2003 VOLKSWAGEN GTI
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I have a 2003 vw gti and I just replaced the starter and my car wont start. When I turn the key you can hear the starter spin but it wont engage the motor to turn it over. I have taken the new starter and had it tested and it passed. I have a soleniod on the starter. So is there any relays or fuses or fuseable links that I should look for to try in order to get my car started
Monday, January 3rd, 2011 AT 2:35 PM

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Tiny
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No fuses. For the starter to engage, there has to be power to the smaller wire going to it. Have a friend turn the key to the start position while you check for 12+ volts to the smaller wire. If you are not getting power or not enough power to it, check the starter relay and work your way back to the switch.
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Sunday, January 9th, 2011 AT 11:22 PM

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