Starter won't Disengage!!

blk88lx · 04-10-2002, 07:21 PM

I have an 88 LX 5.0. My starter will not disengage even when the key is out of the ignition. I had to disconnect the battery to make it stop. The starter is on there tight and is not loose. What could be the problem if its not in the starter? Could it be the Selenoid? other electrical!? Please help! I need to get her running again!

HoodStrype · 04-10-2002, 08:39 PM

same thing happened to my 86, just replace the starter...its easy!

DRASTiK · 04-10-2002, 11:58 PM

sounds like "starter run-on". When did you install this starter? Is it new or has it been on the car for a while?

joe4speed · 04-11-2002, 03:44 AM

hit the starter solenoid on the drivers side fender to make it stop and replace it!! Doesn't it suck!!!!???

SLOW 97 · 04-11-2002, 08:36 AM

The starter solennoid has gone bad and doesn't produce enough power to pull the starter gear back from the fly wheel. Like HoodStrype said, just buy a new starter. Since your car is an '88 it's time for a new one anyway. They aren't that expensive and they are easy to install.

USMC302 · 04-11-2002, 08:43 AM

Like I always say, sounds like a great time for an upgrade, you should go with the mini starter, they are durable, light weight, and just as easy to install. It will be worth the money.

joe4speed · 04-11-2002, 10:54 AM

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Originally posted by USMC302
Like I always say, sounds like a great time for an upgrade, you should go with the mini starter, they are durable, light weight, and just as easy to install. It will be worth the money.

I agree! I got a powermaster, and it's been perfect for over 5 years now!

PKRWUD · 04-11-2002, 09:08 PM

Ever try to start a car with a pair of screwdrivers, and get a killer spark show while doing it? Ever happen to notice the "weld" marks on the screwdrivers afterwards? That's what ends up happening inside the solenoid. Just like the screwdrivers, the disc inside the solenoid can start to "stick" to the posts inside. This is common with older solenoids, and requires replacement. A quick fix until then is to rap the solenoid with the handle of a large screwdriver each time it sticks.

Take care,
-Chris

blk88lx · 04-13-2002, 12:09 PM

Yep, it was the starter selenoid, nice cheap fix. thanks all

04-10-2002, 07:21 PM	#1
blk88lx Registered Member Join Date: Jun 2001 Location: Fort Leonard Wood, MO Posts: 179	Starter won't Disengage!! I have an 88 LX 5.0. My starter will not disengage even when the key is out of the ignition. I had to disconnect the battery to make it stop. The starter is on there tight and is not loose. What could be the problem if its not in the starter? Could it be the Selenoid? other electrical!? Please help! I need to get her running again!

04-10-2002, 08:39 PM	#2
HoodStrype Rearview Mirror Haze Join Date: May 1999 Location: Huntsville, Alabama...a.k.a. "HuntsVegas" Posts: 387	same thing happened to my 86, just replace the starter...its easy! __________________ 93 lx Notch 01 GT ...the epitome of Murphy's Law

04-10-2002, 11:58 PM	#3
DRASTiK Registered Member Join Date: May 2001 Location: Yuma, AZ Posts: 536	sounds like "starter run-on". When did you install this starter? Is it new or has it been on the car for a while? __________________ Dave 88 GT - 13.4@106 on street tires (2.2 60ft) My Stang RHC member #75 My stang is FOR SALE!!

04-11-2002, 03:44 AM	#4
joe4speed He said Member...heh, heh Join Date: Sep 1999 Location: Jupiter, Florida U.S.A. Posts: 3,718	hit the starter solenoid on the drivers side fender to make it stop and replace it!! Doesn't it suck!!!!??? __________________ *Joe!* 1988 GT, 13.58@101mph Check out my listing! Click here! Or my website:www.joe4speed.com

04-11-2002, 08:36 AM	#5
SLOW 97 Registered Member Join Date: Feb 2002 Location: Arlington Heights,IL Posts: 231	The starter solennoid has gone bad and doesn't produce enough power to pull the starter gear back from the fly wheel. Like HoodStrype said, just buy a new starter. Since your car is an '88 it's time for a new one anyway. They aren't that expensive and they are easy to install. __________________ '97 Laser Red GT Coupe Stock 2V (Pulled Silencer) 4R70W Automatic Ripped off a BLISTERING 15.37@90MPH With a 2.21 60ft Just Installed- K&N Air Filter Coming Soon...... -4.10's -Flowmaster A/T or Magnapack Cat-Back

04-11-2002, 08:43 AM	#6
USMC302 Registered Member Join Date: Apr 2001 Location: Gallatin, Tn Posts: 1,326	Like I always say, sounds like a great time for an upgrade, you should go with the mini starter, they are durable, light weight, and just as easy to install. It will be worth the money. __________________

04-11-2002, 09:08 PM	#8
PKRWUD Junior Member Join Date: Mar 1999 Location: Ventura, California Posts: 8,981	Ever try to start a car with a pair of screwdrivers, and get a killer spark show while doing it? Ever happen to notice the "weld" marks on the screwdrivers afterwards? That's what ends up happening inside the solenoid. Just like the screwdrivers, the disc inside the solenoid can start to "stick" to the posts inside. This is common with older solenoids, and requires replacement. A quick fix until then is to rap the solenoid with the handle of a large screwdriver each time it sticks. Take care, -Chris __________________ Webmaster: Rice Haters Club Jim Porter Racing Peckerwoods Pit Stop Support Your Local RED & WHITE!

04-13-2002, 12:09 PM	#9
blk88lx Registered Member Join Date: Jun 2001 Location: Fort Leonard Wood, MO Posts: 179	Thanks Yep, it was the starter selenoid, nice cheap fix. thanks all

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