Engine/Transmission (1994 - 1998) Shut solenoid problem solved

[RVPILOT]

Did some more research about shutting down. replaced solenoid and runs fine . seems like the old solenoid tension was greater than the
voltage needed to hold it up. will check out old solenoid to see if crud buildup was the problem.

 

[phantomusa]

These motor shut down solenoid go bad I replaced it twice on my 95 12 valve

 

[surfbeetle]

There has been lots written here about that. In 21 years, 232000 miles, I have replaced the boot once, then a couple of years later, the solenoid failed and needed replacing. Shortly after that, I had to replace the relay that triggers the solenoid.

 

[MLee]

Just as a reference, mine started acting weird, turn the key and the engine acted like i had lost my prime, but would start normally when the plunger was lifted. I took this as an indication the relay was not producing enough juice to hold up the plunger when the start position was used. changed to a new relay and starts as it should. used for 22yrs and 165K miles. Good to go again.

 

[BigPapa]

Mine has a bit over 500K miles on it, it's 22 years old, and it's been without a boot for around 350K miles. I have replaced both the relays once.

 

[savage54]

Mine has a bit over 500K miles on it, it's 22 years old, and it's been without a boot for around 350K miles. I have replaced both the relays once.

When should the solenoid start to work? Key in the on position or start to work in the start position?

 

[BigPapa]

One part of the solenoid pulls up when the starter engages and the other part holds up until the key is turned off.