2004 Chevy Venture Starter system

2004 CHEVROLET VENTURE
160,000 MILES • 6 CYL • AWD • AUTOMATIC
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DDUBWATSON
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When I start my van, the starter engages for about 7 to 10 seconds. Is the starter going bad, or is it the starter relay switch?
Mar 23, 2010 at 9:03 AM
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BMRFIXIT
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Check battery terminals, clean and tighten
Check for power at the small S wire terminal on the starter
While a helper is holding the ignition in start position if have power suspect bad starter
Mar 23, 2010 at 7:49 PM
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