mitchell Posted January 22, 2012 Share Posted January 22, 2012 Hi, ie had a problem with my supra for a few months now where you turn the key and it clicks but the engine doesnt fire up. You might try another few times and then it starts as normal. Sometimes it will be in the middle of starting up and then fail so you have to try again. Ive noticed that it is less likely to do this if the car has been running i.e I stop to get petrol so turn off engine for 5 mins whilst paying then go back to the car and it starts no probs. Its basically when its been left overnight or left during the day when im at work. As im worried that this may get worse, would you know what part I need to replace? Thanks Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fastcar Posted January 22, 2012 Share Posted January 22, 2012 sounds like the starter motor might be playing up. Fairly easy to take out if you know basic machanics. You can buy new from Mr T or get it refurbed Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Scooter Posted January 22, 2012 Share Posted January 22, 2012 if it turns over strongly when it's not clicking ie the batterys fine then it points towards the classic starter motor contact being worn and yes it will get worse. Upside it's a pretty easy/cheap fix....er what fastcar said! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SupraStar 3000 Posted January 22, 2012 Share Posted January 22, 2012 Had the same on mine. Starter motor refurb. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Havard Posted January 22, 2012 Share Posted January 22, 2012 Defo the SM..!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mitchell Posted January 23, 2012 Author Share Posted January 23, 2012 Great - will look at posts on here ref refurb as have basic mechanics skills so "should be" ok!! Many thanks Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chris Wilson Posted January 23, 2012 Share Posted January 23, 2012 I have replied in your wanted advert, just to add I have genuine repair kits in stock, too, should you wish to change the contacts yourself. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mitchell Posted January 23, 2012 Author Share Posted January 23, 2012 Having had a look, I may be best to just change the whole thing but will have a look at your post now. Thanks Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Purity14 Posted January 23, 2012 Share Posted January 23, 2012 Change your battery first, chances are it will fix it - it fixed mine and it continued to work for a year+ afterwards. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mitchell Posted January 23, 2012 Author Share Posted January 23, 2012 Really? The battery is only 8 months old and has a full charge? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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