[DeTomaso] hot start problem solved

MikeLDrew at aol.com MikeLDrew at aol.com
Fri Oct 23 21:59:41 EDT 2009


In a message dated 10/23/09 14 18 26, asajay at asajay.com writes:


> No run on at all that I've been able to detect.  When the key is 
> released, it turns off the firewall solenoid.  When that releases, 
> there is absolutely no voltage/current being applied to the starter 
> anymore.  Perhaps you have a wiring problem or the solenoid is 
> "sticking."
> 

No, the problem is the starter turns into a generator and produces enough 
power to energize the solenoid wire and keep the starter gear engaged for a 
few seconds....

Mike



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