Starter or relay?
06-27-2016, 07:44 PM
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Starter or relay?
So recently I had the bike not turn over when pushing starter button. Once in Manhattan & it was 100*F out and a lot of traffic so put it down to high heat.
Tonight I just stopped for gas and it didnt want to crank. Tapped the starter with my disc lock, waited a minute and it was fine.
I dont recall seeing anyone with issues starting before so just wanted to see if anyone has had this.
Its a 98 but the motor is an 05. Any info would be helpful.
Tonight I just stopped for gas and it didnt want to crank. Tapped the starter with my disc lock, waited a minute and it was fine.
I dont recall seeing anyone with issues starting before so just wanted to see if anyone has had this.
Its a 98 but the motor is an 05. Any info would be helpful.
06-28-2016, 03:30 AM
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Eliminate the loose cable scenario... Also clean the contacts with either a baking soda and water paste or some Coke. Make sure all connections are properly solid. THEN start to diagnose!
Also, relays are cheap, usually less than $20. Once all the connections are solid I'd just replace the relay for peace of mind.
-Tom
Also, relays are cheap, usually less than $20. Once all the connections are solid I'd just replace the relay for peace of mind.
-Tom
06-28-2016, 04:56 AM
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The only time I've ever had starter issues was with our Jeep, and like you I tapped it (with a long punch) and it then worked. After replacement our troubles were gone.
Can't recall anyone here having that issue either.
Can't recall anyone here having that issue either.
06-28-2016, 06:57 AM
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I believe I have a spare relay I can send you if you decide to change it.
My 1999 Lexus LS400 V8 has the starter and contacts located under the intake manifold which makes replacement quite a chore compared to the VTR. And yes, they needed replacing once so far.
My 1999 Lexus LS400 V8 has the starter and contacts located under the intake manifold which makes replacement quite a chore compared to the VTR. And yes, they needed replacing once so far.
06-29-2016, 09:44 AM
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Maybe swap the relay from your second and one of my favorite looking Superhawks untill you have time to get a new relay or it comes in the mail.
06-29-2016, 01:31 PM
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Yeah, I could do that but I have a pretty strict policy of not disabling vehicles. I had to do it when I broke my shift linkage.
I find that whenever someone does that it tends to stay that way. Plus its more wrenching to do it twice. I will do it if I am in a jam.
I find that whenever someone does that it tends to stay that way. Plus its more wrenching to do it twice. I will do it if I am in a jam.
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