What are the symptoms of a damaged starter?

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McAndrew
07/30/25 5:51am
The most direct symptom is that when the ignition switch is turned on, the starter does not rotate, which in turn prevents the car from starting and affects the normal use of the vehicle. Below is more relevant information: 1. Composition of the starter: The car starter converts the electrical energy from the battery into mechanical energy to drive the engine flywheel to rotate, thereby starting the engine. Before the engine can run on its own power, it must rely on external force to rotate. The starter is the core component of the starting system, consisting of three main parts: a DC transmission motor, a transmission mechanism, and a control device. 2. Precautions for using the starter: Starting difficulties are common in winter. When starting multiple times, each starting time should not be too long. Each use should not exceed 5 seconds, with an interval of 2-3 minutes between starts. After the vehicle has traveled 2,000 kilometers, check whether the fasteners are securely connected and whether the wire contacts are in good condition. After the vehicle has traveled 8,000 kilometers, check whether the commutator surface is smooth, whether the carbon brushes are stuck in the holder, and whether the carbon brush spring pressure is normal. If any faults are found, they should be repaired.
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