Hello all,



After fixing one starting problem (fuel pump) another one cropped up...



Intermittently, I turn the ignition key to start and can audibly hear the starter relay solenoid in the engine compartment on the fender next to battery engaging (clunking noise) but no starter engagement--turn key back to off, then turn back to start and it starts fine. Sometimes the no start condition happens twice. My hunch is the starter is "sticking" and not popping out the gear to engage the flywheel. I replaced the starter 3 years ago--is it already time for a new starter?



Thanks,




Dennis

 

Check all your connectors to the starter, even the battery since you had it disconnected for the fuel pump change.