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> 440 Wont Start?, will jump only no key start?
 
ron3165
post Mar 17 2008, 04:42 PM
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hi just a mechanical/electrical query i have concerning my 1994 440 si,first of all the battery was draining so i replaced that then my altenator failed so i reconditioned that,now the car will jump start no problem and tick over fine and drive well ,but when i turn the ignition off the car wont start again without a jumpstart?? when i turn the key all i get is a clicking sound with the dash lights flickering?/?? annoying or what if any one can help me,i will send them an oscar,,thanks guys :amen:
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post Mar 17 2008, 06:18 PM
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could be the starter motor solenoid jammed, I had that on one of mine and a quick take the starter off and regrease the shafts and clean the solenoid contacts and it was working a treat again.
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