starter spins but doesnt turn the motor, all electrics are fine, lights etc

1996 HONDA BALLADE
175,000 MILES
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JASONBORNE
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Tried starting the motor by towing, also failed. Please help!
Nov 8, 2011 at 12:23 AM
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RASMATAZ
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Sounds like the starter motor overrunning clutch is slipping
Nov 8, 2011 at 1:22 AM
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JASONBORNE
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Thanks for the reply
Nov 8, 2011 at 1:38 AM
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KHLOW2008
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It it is an automatic transmission, towing would not work.
Nov 8, 2011 at 5:57 AM
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