starting problems
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starting problems
ok i jus replaced the battery starter solenoid and starter and i believe i have everything wired right but then i turn the starter it tries to start the truck but wont stop its like the solenoid is stuck and this is the 2nd solenoid ive put on the truck its a 4 prong solenoid power starter power and s and i prongs
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From: Duncan B.C.
Sounds like something might be wired wrong. I'm not certain but I think I read on this site that if you have the "S" and "I" terminals reversed that this can happen. Have you tried swithcing them around?
MSEE
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From: Austin, TX
The next time it sticks, pull the 'S' wire off the solenoid, and see if it lets go. If it lets go, you have a wiring problem or the ignition switch is bad. If it doesn't let go, the solenoid itself is sticking. If multiple solenoids stick, you could have too high of a current draw or high back-EMF which serves to arc weld the solenoid shut. Try the test first.
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From: indiana
i ahve a 79 f-150 that has sat for a while i put a brand new battery in and when i turn the key to on it clicks and then as soon is a go to start it it does not do anything. would that be in the starter or the solenoid on the inner finder. thanks guys i am new to this forum thing so if i am doin anything wrong just let me know
