Re: [NO Start]

[Jim Buck <vwpride@mixi.net>]

SCIROCCO87 wrote:
> 
> So this problem started a long time ago and has gotten worse to the point that
> it's getting annoying.  I haven't had any time to try to fix it yet since I've
> been commuting 74 miles to work in that Toyo (gag) 6 days a week and I'm
> working 60 hour weeks. I'm just looking for brainfeed at the moment.  When I
> turn the key all the accessories come on but starter doesn't turn.  I hold the
> key there for a second or two and then it finally turns the starter.  My guess
> is that it is the switch but I want to hear if you guys and gals have ever had
> anything similar that wasn't the switch.
> 1.  the starter is OLD....original at 156k miles so I know it could be finally
> goin.  I am gonna have it rebuilt soon just for kicks.
> 2.  I will be doing the rewire the alternator and starter thing soon too.
> Crusty cables.
> 3.  If it is the switch....then how can I fix it?  I'll test it close with the
> super snappy electro meter sometime soon to see if it's working....but then,
> How can I repair it.    I DON'T want to replace it for another keyed switch.
> NO WAY.  I'm stickin with my original keys to death....hopefully.
Dan, try removing the bottom cover from your steering column, then
unplug the ignition harness from the key cylinder.  Having your Bentley
handy, jump the wire to your starter, and see how it turns over. 
Otherwise, I'd say it's the starter solenoid not kicking in promptly.  
-- 
Jim Buck,
ES #99
1997 Solo II Points Champion,
E-Stock Champion,
Fort Wayne Region, SCCA 
1987 Scirocco 16 valve
1982 Rabbit Convertible
1996 Jetta GLS
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