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Another odd problem. (starter issue)

Old Sep 12, 2013 | 07:51 PM
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Another odd problem. (starter issue)

So I went out to my car today in the morning to hear the starter running. I tried putting my key in the ignition and it did nothing, pulled fuses and nothing, so the only way for me to stop it was to disconnect the battery. Could it be my remote start malfunctioning? And i also just replaced my starter so this fricking sucks.
Old Sep 12, 2013 | 08:08 PM
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The problem could be either mechanical or electrical. Based on what you say, I lean towards a starter problem because if the starter was getting the signal to spin, this would engage the starter motor gear with the flywheel.

Start by unplugging the thin wire that goes to the starter. If the starter stops, you have an electrical problem. If it keeps spinning, it's new starter time (again).
Old Sep 13, 2013 | 07:22 AM
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I had to replace my starter not too long ago. So it wouldn't surprise me if that's the problem.
Old Sep 13, 2013 | 09:57 AM
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wow another reason not to install a remote starter! that's terrifying lucky it didn't light on fire
Old Sep 14, 2013 | 04:20 AM
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Those remote starters are pure headaches
Old Sep 14, 2013 | 08:01 AM
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Had a fun time taking out the airbox and unplugged the small wire to the solenoid, still constantly runs if i connect the battery. solenoid issue? so im going to guess another new starter?
Old Sep 14, 2013 | 08:31 AM
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Followed DennisMik's instructions, starter still ran. tapped on the solenoid and bam! fixed it!
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