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How Can I Tell My Starter Motor Needs Replacing?

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How Can I Tell My Starter Motor Needs Replacing?

There are five warning signs that your starter is need of help:

Grinding - A grinding noise that is similar to the one that is heard if you start your engine and then accidentally hit the starter again. If ignored, it may also result in damage to the engine flywheel.

Freewheeling - Freewheeling occurs when you crank the engine and hear a whining noise from the starter without the engine cranking. This means the starter gear is not engaging with the flywheel. If this is occurring, contact Partner Tire at (802) 878-6731 to schedule an appointment as soon as possible.

Smoke - Seeing smoke is cause for immediate concern. Smoke can indicate that too much power is being drawn through the electrical supply to a starter, either because the starter is shorted, has been operated too long, or there is a connection problem. Smoke might also be accompanied by a burning smell. If you see smoke, we recommend getting the vehicle towed to Partner Tire for immediate servicing.

Oil soak - The starter is vulnerable to soaking from leaks from your engine oil or other drive train fluids, which could shorten the life remaining. 

Malfunctioning solenoid - The solenoid transmits electrical current from the battery to the starter motor and also pushes the starter drive into the flywheel to allow cranking. Without the solenoid, the starter will not work. 

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