Sporadic starting (starter motor?)

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cobbdu1
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Sporadic starting (starter motor?)

Post by cobbdu1 » Sat Jun 01, 2019 9:09 pm

I’ve noticed that, on occasions, when I first turn the key to start the engine (having waiting for the diesel light to go out) the engine fails to turn over at all (nothing happens). However, if I try again it invariably starts. My Bongo is still under warranty so if the problem is likely to get worse I would like to get it sorted now.

Thank you.
Bob
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Re: Sporadic starting (starter motor?)

Post by Bob » Sat Jun 01, 2019 10:21 pm

Quite possibly the starter solanoid contacts.

Fortunately repair kits are cheap enough off Flea Bay:

https://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/252508657770 ... noapp=true

Not recommending this one particularly, just an example. :wink:
cobbdu1
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Re: Sporadic starting (starter motor?)

Post by cobbdu1 » Tue Jun 04, 2019 2:54 pm

That's great. Thanks for your help.
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