Starters are made for repeated use, but poor maintenance or problems with the charging system may send you to a car starter repair expert sooner rather than later. Turning the key or pushing the starter button on your vehicle activates the flywheel and sends a current from the solenoid to the starter motor. Once the engine starts, the solenoid should shut off. Here are some signs that indicate your starter isn’t working properly.

Failing Starter Symptoms

1. Intermittent Starting

This issue is usually a result of faulty or loose wiring somewhere in your vehicle. Additionally, the starter itself may not be connected to the vehicle’s circuitry properly. If your car doesn’t start even a couple of times, take it to an auto shop and have it looked at.

2. Grinding Sounds

This is a mechanical problem. Your starter may not be mounted well and needs tightening; however, a more likely cause is that there’s damage in the starter. When the gears in the starter become worn, they don’t allow the gear teeth to interact properly. This causes slipping when you turn the ignition, creating a grinding sound.

3. Starter Continuation

The car turns on when you use a key or press a button; however, if the starter continues for a brief period after you’ve taken your hand away, you’ll likely need car starter repair. This occurs because electricity is still entering the motor. This extra electrical charge may look for a path of least resistance, and in the process, damage the starter motor or another part of the electrical system.

If you need affordable car starter repair for your vehicle, contact the skilled team of technicians at Priam’s Automotive Service & Repair in Honolulu, HI. These professionals specialize in domestic and foreign auto maintenance, such as brake service, oil changes, and transmission repair. View their services online, or call (808) 537-1919 to request a no-obligation consultation.