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Sporadic starting (starter motor?)

Posted: Sat Jun 01, 2019 9:09 pm
by cobbdu1
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.

Re: Sporadic starting (starter motor?)

Posted: Sat Jun 01, 2019 10:21 pm
by Bob
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:

Re: Sporadic starting (starter motor?)

Posted: Tue Jun 04, 2019 2:54 pm
by cobbdu1
That's great. Thanks for your help.