happy venture
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I have a 1997 Venture.....the electric start was working fine until it failed completely last winter. Now when I turn the key, the sled will not respond in any way. I checked the wires and fuses and all look in tact. I would rather not have to load up the sled to bring to a repair shop if a relatively simple fix will solve the problem. Do you have any thoughts on what might be the problem...how might I diagnose the problem?
Is there something like a solidnoid that needs to be replaced similar to what is used in car? Are there any particular failure points on an electric starter?
Is there something like a solidnoid that needs to be replaced similar to what is used in car? Are there any particular failure points on an electric starter?
does it click at all or is it completely dead??
happy venture
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No sound at all
I do not hear anything....no clicking....nada.
I do not hear anything....no clicking....nada.
did you take a tester to the starter and see if you are getting power when you turn the key to the starter....almost sounds like a bad ground or a dead battery...have you tried jumping it.
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I agree.....I used a tester yesterday and it did work but I am not sure if Iwas able to locate all the appropriate contact. I tried the battery lead and starter switch interconnect and power seemed to be flowing properly. Are there particular parts/wires I should try?
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Could it be the relay switch? Is there any easy way to test it???
well I am thinking you need to get right on the starter leads...to find power...and you need full volts, could be a relay, but lets rule this out 1st