Fiat Punto whining when trying to start does not turn over
Variant: 1.0
Model Year: 1995
Categories:
Running Rough, Starting & Power Loss
hey there my girlfriends car has suddenly just stop starting. when you turn the key it makes a loud whining noise almost like humming but fails to turn over aprecciate if anyone can give us any pointers. thanks
Posted: May 2, 2010 (14 years ago)
Sounds like starter pinion sticking and not engaging flywheel .
Posted May 2, 2010 (14 years ago)
Just had a thought , is battery o.k ? If battery flat , might not be enough power to throw starter and engage / turn engine . Could try jump start and see what happens .
Posted May 2, 2010 (14 years ago)
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