1986 Jeep Wagoneer Hot Battery Cables

1986 JEEP WAGONEER
131,200 MILES • V8 • 4WD • AUTOMATIC
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ABBARTA
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With a brand new, fully charged battery I have attempted to start the Wagoneer. It will not start, the battery cables and terminals become hot to the touch. What could be the problem? Bad solinoid, bad starter possibly? Any ideas? Thanks so much!
Jun 24, 2010 at 1:37 PM
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DOCFIXIT
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Shorted armature in starter need to replace
Jun 24, 2010 at 3:16 PM
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ABBARTA
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Thanks...we'll give that a try!
Jun 24, 2010 at 5:32 PM
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