1995 Volkswagen Golf U Try Start Engine Stater Makes Noise Turning

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what is the problem when u try to start the engine and stater makes noise not turning the flywheel.

Feb 2, 2013 at 4:17 PM
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EXOVCDS
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You need a new starter... or get your starter re-built (overhauled).

Thomas
Feb 2, 2013 at 4:27 PM
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JACOBANDNICKOLAS
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Sounds like a bad solenoid. Remove the starter and bench test it to see if the gear kicks out when it spins.
Feb 2, 2013 at 5:10 PM
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