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Old Apr 28, 2004 | 07:06 PM
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when i turn the key the engine turns just a little. battery is full charged . sounds like the starter ????? is it hard to change any pointers, thanks for the help
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Old Apr 28, 2004 | 07:18 PM
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Does the engine actually crank, or are you just getting a "click" from the starter?
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Old Apr 28, 2004 | 07:41 PM
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it turns about 1/8 inch
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Old Apr 28, 2004 | 08:02 PM
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I would clean and check cable connections on both ends. I would then have battery load tested. Discount auto stores usually do this quicly and for free. If this checks good, probably starter.
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