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Seems like the starter isn’t engaging with the flywheel

Discussion in 'Other Jeep Vehicles' started by 1986j20, Apr 15, 2022.

  1. Apr 15, 2022 at 11:28 AM
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    1986j20

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    1986j20 [OP] New Member

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    Hi, I’ve been trying to get my jeep j20 started for a while and I put the distributor in today and it seems like the starter isn’t engaging with the flywheel any tips?
     
    1986j20, Apr 15, 2022
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  2. Apr 15, 2022 at 11:59 AM
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    MTgeezer

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    MTgeezer Well-Known Member

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    My first guess is the starter solenoid is bad. But check the cables. A poor ground can cause that too-or a low battery.
     
    MTgeezer, Apr 15, 2022
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