1-2 second delay before starter engages
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Burning Brakes
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From: Rock Hill SC
1-2 second delay before starter engages
I have recently noticed that when I turn my key to the start position, there is a 1-2 second delay before the starter engages. It makes a single click, delay then starts fine. It seems to happen more when cold and I have tried both keys with the same results so I have ruled out the resistor pellet. Is this a sign of future problems? Thanks in advance for any help.
Burning Brakes
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From: Camden SC
Re: 1-2 second delay before starter engages (Dilligas)
Have seen this many, many years back. The starter's armature would drag on the fields and cause a similar problem. Bad bearings/bushings were the usual suspects. If you had some test equipment, I would check the amps required to crank. Inductive clamps are best, but the little dial types (around $20) get in the ball park.
How old is the battery? Is there a place nearby where this can be checked. Not just the volts but with a load?
Just speculating.
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How old is the battery? Is there a place nearby where this can be checked. Not just the volts but with a load?
Just speculating.
dlmeyers 90 coupe zf6 3 speed shocks
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From: South Boardman MI
Re: 1-2 second delay before starter engages (dlmeyers)
If the lights dim a lot during those few seconds, it is probably a stuck startere selenoid. If not, is there a start relay that could be sticking?
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Burning Brakes
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From: Rock Hill SC
Re: 1-2 second delay before starter engages (PreferEuroRacing)
Lights do not dim, I just tried it and when I turned the key the first time nothing happened. I let off, turned it again and it started after a 1 second delay. I hope it is just the starter and nothing more serious. :confused:
BTW it is a 94 coupe with an automatic
[Modified by Dilligas, 9:24 PM 11/11/2003]
BTW it is a 94 coupe with an automatic
[Modified by Dilligas, 9:24 PM 11/11/2003]
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From: Lake Wylie SC
Re: 1-2 second delay before starter engages (Dilligas)
Hey Kirby, Just talked with my son and this is not a common symtom. We agreed that it might be in the early stages of a dead spot in the starter. I just replaced my starter in my Jimmy for the "start-nothing, try again and it starts" symtom. We could put it up on the lift and pull the starter and bench test it, or just replace it. There is a series of test the manual recommends prior to pulling the starter. I'm sure your 94 is very similar to my 92 in the cranking system.
I thought you'd get more response on this. :confused:
I thought you'd get more response on this. :confused:
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From: CALGARY ab
Re: 1-2 second delay before starter engages (Strick)
yep sound like starter acting up!! get yours parts here:
http://www.gmpartsdirect.com/ :thumbs:
http://www.gmpartsdirect.com/ :thumbs:
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Burning Brakes
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From: Rock Hill SC
Re: 1-2 second delay before starter engages (Strick)
Yeah, I just did a search and found that this seems to be a fairly common problem with LT-1 starters. Luckily it sounds like a pretty easy replacement if you have any way to get the car upon a lift (hint, hint). I will see if I can find a starter tomorrow, I don't feel comfortable taking the trip Saturday the way it is acting.
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From: Lake Wylie SC
Re: 1-2 second delay before starter engages (Dilligas)
Just to give you a guide, my starter for the 93 Jimmy, new not reman, from AutoZone was $89. The LT1 starter is a gear reduction system and might be a little more. Of course we can use the lift. I want to drool over your Corsa's somemore. Let me find out which day my wife has to work between now and Sat. I'll know tomorrow.
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Burning Brakes
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From: Rock Hill SC
Re: 1-2 second delay before starter engages (Strick)
I am probably looking at around $200, I will call around tomorrow. GM Parts direct has a great price but I doubt if I can get it by Saturday.
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From: Lake Wylie SC
Re: 1-2 second delay before starter engages (Dilligas)
I think you'll be okay for Sat. They usually don't die all at once. Besides, you'll have plenty of company. But if you do find one, we can do it here.
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Burning Brakes
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From: Rock Hill SC
Re: 1-2 second delay before starter engages (Strick)
No starter available locally, I ordered one from GM Parts Direct. They had the best price of anyone, I will just take my chances Saturday, bring a big rope. :D
