Went to start but it will not stop turning over.
Dec 10, 2017 at 9:20 AM
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2014 JEEP COMPASS
JOHN WAYNE RYAN
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JACOBANDNICKOLAS
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If the starter will not disengage, you have continuous power to the smaller wire on the solenoid. Using a test light, confirm that.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Hlna_kUt7As
If you confirm that there is always power there, even with the key in the run position, check for shorts to power. If there is not a short/or power all the time, I suggest removing the starter and bench testing it to see if the Bendix returns to the off position when power is released. You may have a broken return spring allowing the Bendix to stay engaged with the flywheel. Most parts stores will test it for free at the store.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Hlna_kUt7As
If you confirm that there is always power there, even with the key in the run position, check for shorts to power. If there is not a short/or power all the time, I suggest removing the starter and bench testing it to see if the Bendix returns to the off position when power is released. You may have a broken return spring allowing the Bendix to stay engaged with the flywheel. Most parts stores will test it for free at the store.
Dec 11, 2017 at 5:34 PM
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