Starter

Starter

The starter is an electric motor that cranks the engine when you turn the key or press the start button. It draws power from the battery and turns the engine fast enough to start the combustion process. If the starter fails, you may hear a single click or nothing at all when trying to start the car. Other signs include intermittent starting or a grinding noise. Replacement is the most common fix.

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