The car's starter is an essential component that converts the battery's electrical energy into mechanical energy, enabling the engine to start. When a car is started and a "clicking" sound is heard, it is an early sign of a failing starter. There are several symptoms of a bad car starter, and we will discuss them below.
1：The starter does not function properly, and the drive gear does not rotate. This might be due to a short circuit in the starter solenoid coil or poor contact of the contact plate.
2：The power output of the starter is insufficient to turn the crankshaft, preventing the car from starting normally. This could be caused by burned or eroded relay contacts, a short circuit in the relay magnetic coil, or the relay being burned out.
3：The starter makes a piercing noise during operation. This could be due to the starter not being installed correctly or a blockage in the one-way clutch.
4：When the ignition switch is turned on, the starter rotates at high speed, but the engine crankshaft does not respond. This could be because of severe wear and tear on the transmission gear or the one-way clutch.
In daily life, if car owners notice any of the above symptoms in their vehicle's starter, it is essential to promptly visit a 4S shop or another repair facility. Let the technicians check the specific faulty parts of the vehicle and solve the problem to avoid potential safety hazards during normal driving.
