Help...Starter Motor Problems

[q7oaks]

The starter motor on my 97 Cerbera is just spinning and not engaging with the engine. Does anyone know of any quick fix to get me going until I can get it to a dealer next week?

[phockit]

Sounds like the drive wheel isn't coming out to engage the flywheel, could be stuck (in which case give it a thump with something) or just not spinning fast enough (i.e. your battery isn't up to it).

[AndyTather]

I had this on my last starter motor, couldn't get it going with any amount of persuasion. i.e. Put on the back of a truck to the dealer. Had it replaced but I think it also took my ECU out as well, which I've been waiting for 7 weeks for that to be repaired

Hope you have better luck than me getting it all sorted !!!

[q7oaks]

Pleased to report all is well again. Managed to get going long enough to get to a dealer and new starter motor fitted. Apparently a common fault but covered under the warranty so no cost (for a change!)

[AndyTather]

Glad to see its sorted, mine too.

I wish we could find out why some cerbies chew 'em more than others though.