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1997 Toyota Tacoma starter?

Tiny
GODINLGX
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  • 1997 TOYOTA TACOMA
  • 4 CYL
  • 4WD
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When I turn the ignition sometimes you hear the contacts click but it wont start. It sat in the shop for two days but it wouldnt do it while it was there. Once I started the engine but the starter hung up and kept running, even though the engine was running. Now it takes 5 or six tries for the engine to start. Do you think its a contact in the starting circuit, solenoid, or bad starter? Help!
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Monday, October 11th, 2010 AT 1:03 PM

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Tiny
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I'd have to make sure the battery has a full charge and all battery connections, coming and going are clean and tight on all ends. Next I'd check circuits at the starter relay, when the problem is ongoing. Terminal 1 is voltage to coil side of relay, goes hot with key in the crank position. Tewrminal 2 is ground for the coil side of relay, grounds throufg the clutch switch. Terminal 5 is hot all the time. Any testing at relay make sure tranny is in neutral and the e-brake is set.

Some of the hational brand autostores will test the starter for you if you want to take it off and take it to them.


https://www.2carpros.com/forum/automotive_pictures/170934_toyota_tacoma_starter_relay_1.jpg

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