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Discussion in 'Technical Q&A' started by magspider, Mar 5, 2010.

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  1. magspider

    magspider Karting

    Oct 25, 2008
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    Ralph
    #1 magspider, Mar 5, 2010
    Started about a month ago,ran fine.tried to start it last week did not start , just clicking noise from the engine compartment.I replaced the battery, still does not work just makes a clicking noise from the engine area. I had the starter rebuilt, put it in tonight and same thing just a clicking noise. Don`t know what it could be....please help
     
  2. netman

    netman Formula 3

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    #2 netman, Mar 5, 2010
    Check to insure the battery connections are tight and there is no corrosion on the terminals. Have you also confirmed that the battery is indeed charged.
     
  3. magspider

    magspider Karting

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    Ontario Canada
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    Ralph
    #3 magspider, Mar 5, 2010
    everything is tight and the battery has a lot of juice in it . I replaced the oil filter about a month ago, just after i ran the car. maybe i disconnected something.
     
  4. Miltonian

    Miltonian F1 Veteran

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    #4 Miltonian, Mar 6, 2010
    You may have the common voltage drop in the ignition switch. If you don't get full battery voltage to the solenoid when you turn the key, the starter will "click" but it won't engage and turn over the engine, even if the battery and the starter are OK. That's why it is sometimes necessary to add a relay to the starter wiring.

    You can do an easy check for this by jumping between the two terminals on the starter, by using a remote starter button or simply touching between them with something like a screwdriver blade. First, be absolutely SURE that the shifter is in neutral, or the car could lurch forward. If the engine will NOT crank over on the key, but it WILL crank over when you jump the terminals, then you need a new ignition switch, or you need to add the relay. I posted a thread on this subject, which is in the archives.

    Good luck, and let us know what you find.
     
  5. ernie

    ernie Two Time F1 World Champ
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    #5 ernie, Mar 6, 2010
    If you filled out your profile, maybe we would have a better idea of what year 348 you have and can give you some better insight.
     
  6. magspider

    magspider Karting

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    #6 magspider, Mar 6, 2010
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    Well I did everything, jumped the starter..still a clicking noise. So then I put a booster cable directly to the starter from the battery, and guess what it started. so i checked the positive cable and noticed the the two bolts from the battery terminal were loose. i
    I tighten them . She start right up and purrs like a kitten. Thanks Miltonian.
    By the way its a black 1991 348 tb. Canadian car
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  7. VTChris

    VTChris F1 World Champ

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    #7 VTChris, Mar 6, 2010
    +1 on Miltonian

    A true asset to the Ferrarichat.com community
    He is always RIGHT THERE to help!
     
  8. PAP 348

    PAP 348 Ten Time F1 World Champ
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    Dec 10, 2005
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    #8 PAP 348, Mar 7, 2010

    Its always the little things! :eek::eek:

    Well done boys!! Another 348 hits the road again. :D:D
     

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