Know the Symptoms of a Bad Starter

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Know the Symptoms of a Bad Starter
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The starter is one of the most important
components of the starter system as every
combustion engine need starting assistance in
order to run independently.
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In most cars, the starter is attached in the rear
of the motor, where a gear on the starter aligns
with the car's flywheel to begin the ignition
process.
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When the starter is in proper working condition,
the engine runs fine, but as the starter begins
to wear out, it has a severe impact on the
drivability of the car.
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The two components in the starter that commonly
fail are the solenoid and the motor which runs
the starter.
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Here are some of the common symptoms shown by the
car when the starter begins to wear out or fail.
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Engine won't turn over
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The most common indicator that your starter is
having some issue is when the key is turned
inside the ignition switch and nothing happens.
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Such problems arises if the starter solenoid or
the motor is burnt out or there is an electrical
issue.
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The motor doesn't spin
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There are times when the ignition switch is
turned on but still the starter motor doesn't
crank over even if it has been activated.
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Generally, such issues are mechanical and in
most cases associated with gears that connect to
the flywheel.
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Grinding noise
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There is a grinding noise when the starter motor
runs as the gears that connect the starter to the
flywheel are worn out.
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Even at times, the grinding may also happen
inside the starter motor, but whatever may be the
reason, it must be fixed to avoid damage to the
flywheel.
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Smell of smoke
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As the starter is powered by electricity, it may
overheat because of continuous supply of power or
when the engine is not shut down.
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Under such situation, there is more chance of
emergence of smoke or smell of smoke from
underneath the engine.
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Do the proper maintenance
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Normally, the starters are maintenance free and
are designed to last the service life of the car.
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Still try to activate the starter in neutral
with the engine not engaged and at a standstill.
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Also release the ignition key immediately after
the engine starts up and this will protect the
starter against premature wear.
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The problems with the starter are virtually
impossible to avoid, but being alert to its
failing symptoms and timely replacement can save
the other parts of the starting system.
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