2000 Ford F150 Starter

2000 FORD F-150
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MATTSHAWN06
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2000 Ford F150 Four Wheel Drive Manual

I have replaced the alternator and the starter, I just put in the new starter and it started but you can hear the starter keep running - then it burns up the starter. What is wrong!
Jul 10, 2010 at 9:20 AM
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RASMATAZ
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The starter relay could be sticking or you have a defective ignition switch
Jul 10, 2010 at 9:59 AM
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MIKESHELDON
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Yes the ignition swith must be defective or the starter must be getting covered with moisture.Consult a good garage to solve the problem.
Jul 13, 2010 at 6:53 PM
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