1997 Other Oldsmobile Models starter

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GEORGE CASTRELLO
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1997 Other Oldsmobile Models 4 cyl Front Wheel Drive Automatic
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at ignition starter does not grab.must try again
Jul 22, 2008 at 11:59 AM
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2CARPRO JACK
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If it clicks and doesnt engage or you can hear it spinning but the engine isnt turning, either way it sounds like the starter is bad.Test for power at the small wire on the starter when key is in crank position, if it has power the starter is done
Jul 22, 2008 at 3:56 PM
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