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Old Apr 26, 2008 | 02:53 PM
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Ok so today I go and start it and it has some hesitation at first but it starts. When I turn it off it doesn't turn off it stays on but making a weired rumbling noise and the key is out but everything is still running. After 15mins. the car dies and the battery is died also??? and a burning smell from under the car?? any thoughts on what to do?
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Old Apr 26, 2008 | 03:33 PM
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Possibly the starter solenoid seized up on you. It's supposed to disengage itself but it sounds like it's not doing that.
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Old Apr 27, 2008 | 12:07 AM
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jeffs right, when you turn off car (pull out key) and the it sounds like the starter is still on, then you have a bad and stuck solenoid. I had the same problem, just get the starter replaced.
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Old Apr 27, 2008 | 12:15 AM
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turbo timer?!?! lol jp
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Old Apr 27, 2008 | 11:26 AM
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Originally Posted by swat1727
turbo timer?!?! lol jp


lol forgot about that!
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Old Apr 27, 2008 | 12:03 PM
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Ok so today I go and disconnect the battery and reconnect and as soon as it touches the negative it sparks like crazy! Like it still thinks its on or something. Tried jumping it but theres no power at all its totally died! I have a mechanic coming Monday so I will keep you guys posted.
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Old Apr 27, 2008 | 03:44 PM
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That suxas, you should be able get it taken care of tomorrow.
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Old Apr 28, 2008 | 08:56 PM
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yes! it was the starter! got it replaced and all is well so far! thanks guys
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Old Apr 28, 2008 | 09:04 PM
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Originally Posted by DarkKNight
yes! it was the starter! got it replaced and all is well so far! thanks guys

glad to hear it!
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