If the starter is defective, replace it with a new one. Before purchasing a new starter, have a workshop check to see if it can be used.
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Cause
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A. When the ignition key is turned to the start position, the starter rotates slowly or does not rotate at all, or rotates only a little
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The control lamp burns weakly or goes out:
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a)
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the battery is discharged
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Towing or connecting the starter to an external battery
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b)
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no wire connection or corroded contacts
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Check connections
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c)
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the starter has no contact with «weight»
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Replace starter
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2.
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The control lamp burns brightly, clicks are heard from the starter side:
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a)
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wear of carbon brushes or their connection with the starter is missing
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Check carbon brushes
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b)
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contacts in the electromagnetic switch
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Replace solenoid switch
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c)
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defective starter winding
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Replace starter
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d)
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the control lamp is on, there is no noise in the starter
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Check wires
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B. Starter runs but engine does not crank
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Electromagnetic switch defective
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Replace
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2.
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Retractor jammed
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Check starter
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3.
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Gear engagement or engine flywheel damaged
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Move the vehicle slightly in gear, repeat the starting process. Otherwise, a defect in the starter
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C. The starter continues to operate while the ignition key is released
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Electromagnetic switch stuck in the on position
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Turn off the ignition, replace the electromagnetic switch
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2.
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Retractor jammed
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Check starter
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3.
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Starter/ignition switch defective
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Replace switch
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D. After starting the engine, the gear does not work
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Return spring is weak or broken
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Switch off the ignition immediately, replace the starter
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2.
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Rim damage
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Replace rim or flywheel
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