I have a 99 GXE.

When we start the car, it starts up without a hitch -- except the starter keeps cranking for 5 seconds or so even after the car is up an running. It is noticeable and I have never run across this issue with any other car.

Any thoughts or ideas as to what might be occurring? And, is this something I can fix on my own? Also, is this something that needs to be fixed or do I have an option to just let it ride?

Thanks.

 

ignition switch that very same thing happened to my old 200sx and it was the switch got stuck whenever i start my car i change it and no more problem but you may try to use lithium grease to lube it a little

 

hey i have the same problem too. it only happens when my car isn't warmed up, like overnight or when it's parked for over 5/6 hours. i have no idea what the problem is either.

 

Thanks, Maximus.

Small assist. Where is the ignition switch? Can I change this out easily myself? And, how/where would I go about lubing it?

Thanks.

 

where you insert the key thats it


you can do it yorself buy a bottle with a needle type dispenser and fill it up with lithium grease and insert it through the key hole be careful not to break that needle type thing inside also work wonders on locks

 

Does it make a VEHHHHHHHHHHHHH sound? If so, regrease the starter. How to do it is in the 4th gen how to's