AE101 FX won't start - electrical

[joff_nz]

Howdy

Having an intermittent issue with my FX not starting. When I turn the key the dash lights etc all come on fine, but nothing when I go right over to ignition. Usually it is fine, but sometimes I get this problem.

In the last few days though it's getting worse. It will start fine after I take the key out & try again a few times.

Seems something like a switch in the ignition, relay or similar failing.

Have googled but most info I can find relates to mechanical problems. Help pls

[GDII]

Sounds like a starter motor issue or a starter relay.

[joff_nz]

duh, thanks man. I'd not been finding anything online but your post prompted me to use 'Starter relay' specifically which has given me some good hits. I'll report back once I've had a further look.

Thanks again

[Vertigo]

If all the dash lights go out when you try to start, its likely a shorted starter motor.

[sergei]

probably worn brushes in the starter motor. The way the starter is wired the solenoid will not engage if brushes are worn.

http://www.autoshop101.com/forms/h7.pdf

[joff_nz]

So ah, I removed the starter relay to look at it. Put it back in. Now it's starting Everytime.

Yay cars.