Typical Bosch starter routine. Check the voltage from the ignition switch while cranking the engine (2 people and disconnect coil so it doesn't start). If you have ~10 volts at the solenoid, it should go. If you do, than the starter solenoid is probably bad. It is possible that the support bushing in the transmission is worn which can also cause this. Dennis
-----Original Message----- From: Vanagon Mailing List [mailto:vanagon@GERRY.VANAGON.COM] On Behalf Of Marshall Otter Sent: Monday, May 12, 2003 12:46 PM To: vanagon@GERRY.VANAGON.COM Subject: 87 GL Intermittantly Not Starting Hi, Our 87 GL every so often decides to not start following a brief stop after a 20 -30 minute drive. For instance, drive to the bank, park, run in to do a transaction, then come out and turn the key - no solenoid click, no starter whirrrrrr, but there is the sound of a fan or the fuel pump going. So, I figure the ignition switch is OK since juice is getting somewhere. This is very intermittant, so can't really take it to a mechanic to check out the electrical system. Especially since it will start fine after sitting for maybe 30 minutes. The starter is a few months old and this didn't happen before we put the new starter in. Any input would be appreciated. Marshall 87 GL Family Van 86 GL Parts Van |
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