Starter Repair
A car that will not crank may be the starter, not the battery. We test to find out which.
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How a starter works
A starter is a small electric motor driven at high voltage and current so it can crank the engine. It is not built for continuous running. Cranking for long stretches can overheat the starter. If the engine does not start, stop and wait before trying again, and consult your owner’s manual.
Starter or battery?
The symptoms can look alike. Dim headlights or dash lights when you crank, and a slow turnover, can point to either. A single loud click usually points to the starter or solenoid, while rapid clicking usually means a weak battery. Corroded or loose battery cables can look the same, so we test the battery, cables, and starter circuit before replacing anything.
Why starters fail
The starter solenoid, which acts like a relay, is the part that most commonly fails. The metal brushes inside the starter can also wear and lose good electrical contact. A starter that works only intermittently is likely failing and can leave you stranded.
What we do
We find out why your car is not starting, then repair or replace the starter if it is the cause.
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