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Starter solenoid

Discussion in 'XJ Technical Chat' started by Mike Flores, Apr 20, 2016.

  1. Mike Flores

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    My 83 750 won't start with the switch but will compression start. When I hit the switch the solenoid clicks? Any suggestions. I have had it for a year with no problems. Need some advice!
     
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    k-moe Pie, Bacon, Bourbon. Moderator Premium Member

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    Does it start when you lay a screwdriver across the two large solenoid terminals?
     
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    I pulled the solenoid out of the bike so I just put it back in so I could jump it and I hit the switch to see if it would do anything and it turned over but tha battery ran down quick so now its on a charger. I replace the battery in January... I'll see what happens when it all charged up!
     
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    I tried to jump the solenoid and it did nothing, not even spark! Should I get a new one?
     
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    Yes. You should definitely get a new battery. There should have been sparks no matter the condition of the starter solenoid.
     
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    How many volts should the battery have? I put in a new one in January
     
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    It was at 12.93...
     
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    Between 12 and 13
     
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    Solenoid is good, plenty of battery, smack on the starter and it's fires rite up! Ordered a kit for 16.00 and I'll have it next week! Thanks guys!
     
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