AUTOMOTIVE FREAKS

How many of us who face difficulties when trying to find out what causes the starter problems on Camrys?

Fear not, let’s learn how to perform several easy tests to find out the cause of the problem.

They are simple tests, you will need a test light. You may also prepare a multimeter in case we need it.

Many times, starter system problems are caused by loose or damaged connection, it’s also possible they are caused by worn out component that has stopped operating.

Starter Doesn’t Operate at All

If you experience that the starter doesn’t operate at all, you may perform a simple test which can help you trace the problem.

Now, try turn on the headlights and ask someone to turn the ignition key to “Start”. Observe the lights, if they remain bright, you may want to check for a bad or open component in the circuit of starter.

Now follow the path along your starter circuit, use a test light to help you do this. Begin the checking from the battery, see if there’s a loose connection or corosion, dirt or grease.

As you test each connection at the ignition switch, neutral start switch, and solenoid, ask a friend to turn the ignition to key to “Start”.

When your test light bulb does not come on, it means the voltage stops on that connection. If this happens, that is the troublemaker.

If during the first test the headlights dim, you should the check the battery for voltage. Make certain that all of the connections in the starter circuit are in tight and clean condition. You may take the starter to your local auto parts store or auto shop for further test.

Starter Makes Noise

The first step is check your battery whether it has the correct voltage or not. Check every connection,make sure they are clean and tight.

When necessary, you may raise the front of the Camry. Support it using jack stands. Use a ratchet or wrench and socket to make sure the mounting bolts of the starter are tight.

You may want to make sure you installed the correct starter if you have just replaced it.
If you installed the wrong one, the flywheel ring gear and pinion gear on the starter won’t mesh properly.

At each component in the starter circuit you should do a voltage drop test at the connections. Use your multimeter to do this.

Now probe the terminal and the fitting at every component connection. If everything is normal the voltage should not exceed 0.5 volt.

If you deal with an old motor starter, those defective or worn internal components are most likely fail to operate the pinion gear properly.

When necessary, detach the starter and bring it to your local auto parts store or auto shop for further tests.

Starter Operates Slowly

Similar to previous tests, you may want to check for proper voltage at the battery and make sure all starter circuit’s connections are in clean and tight condition.

Perform a voltage drop test at every connection as explained in the previous “Starter Makes Noise” section.

Raise the front of your car and check to make sure that all the connections are secured and the starter is tightly mounted.

If necessary, remove your starter and bring it to the nearest auto parts store or auto shop for further examination.

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