Car starting problem after driving two to three miles

Tiny
ALI.ALVI6
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  • 2009 HONDA CITY
  • 1.3L
  • 4 CYL
  • 2WD
  • MANUAL
  • 100,000 MILES
With cold engine, car starts normally without any trouble. After driving two to three miles, when car attains its temperature, it does not start again if switched off. If I use two batteries (the second one with a jumper) to start the car, it starts again. I have got battery checked. Battery is in good condition. I think problem is with starting motor. Can you please tell me what really is the problem here? Is starting motor or starting solenoid faulty?
Thursday, October 5th, 2017 AT 9:24 PM

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Tiny
KEN L
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It does sound like the starter is going bad, but to be sure use a test light and check the trigger wire at the starter when someone it cranking it over. If there is power then the starter is bad.

https://www.2carpros.com/articles/how-to-use-a-test-light-circuit-tester

and check the test near the bottom of the guide.

https://www.2carpros.com/articles/car-cranks-but-wont-start

and if bad this guide gives you an idea of what you are in for when doing the job.

https://www.2carpros.com/articles/how-to-replace-a-starter-motor

Below is what it will be like on your car.

Please let us know what happens.

Cheers, Ken
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