The starter is not engaging with the flex plate?

2006 KIA RIO
170,000 MILES • 1.6L • 2WD • AUTOMATIC
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TYLECIA23
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Starter and flex plate.
Nov 2, 2022 at 11:10 PM
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This is common when the battery gets low on charge, or it is bad or the starter has gone out. here is a guide to help you test the battery and I have included how to change the starter out as well:

https://www.2carpros.com/articles/car-battery-load-test

Here is a generic guide to help walk you through the steps with instructions below for your car:

https://www.2carpros.com/articles/how-to-replace-a-starter-motor

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Nov 3, 2022 at 12:05 PM
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