Question about 2004 Kia Rio
Does sound like the starter still. This is what I call a lottery start it is pot luck if the car starts each morning. The
motor occasionally refuses to start to turn first time and has a defined
rhythmic pulse when turning over - this is due to either burnt out
armature coil or the contact face of the armature has become badly pitted or
has worn off centre causing the brushes to lose contact.
? - replace brushes and ensure brush
passages allow free movement ? - replace/ exchange the starter motor as armature contact area and windings
are beyond repair. If is just worn brushes another check is hit the outside of the starter motor whilst at the same time trying to start the car. If as you hit it the starter jumps into life and does its job then this is sign of worn brushes. There is no harm in taking the motor and starter solenoid out for a strip down and full inspection and possible clean up. To eliminate from the possibilities is a step forward.
Posted on Mar 18, 2011
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