Starter didn't engage?

Jomax · May 24, 2017

2015 F-250 104k miles.

Couple days ago went to start the truck and the starter free spun like the gear didn't push out into the flex plate. Did this twice, then on the third try, it worked. Hasn't done it since. You guys think it's just a fluke thing and don't worry? Or just change the starter to be on the safe side?

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bluedge8 · May 24, 2017

Starter is on the way out

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redneck1 · May 24, 2017

bluedge8 said:
Starter is on the way out

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This^

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SpyderX · May 24, 2017

Jomax said:
2015 F-250 104k miles.

Couple days ago went to start the truck and the starter free spun like the gear didn't push out into the flex plate. Did this twice, then on the third try, it worked. Hasn't done it since. You guys think it's just a fluke thing and don't worry? Or just change the starter to be on the safe side?

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I had this happen about 4 times over the course of a year. I've been wondering if anyone else has had this issue.

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heavydoc · May 24, 2017

Yep starter on its way out, specifically the bendix(solenoid) internal to the starter.

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hondahater4ever · May 24, 2017

This happened to my 2016 F350 at 15k miles, took it to the dealer and they could replicate it but they went ahead and replaced it under warranty.

SpyderX · May 24, 2017

heavydoc said:
Yep starter on its way out, specifically the bendix(solenoid) internal to the starter.

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It's crazy that these starters can go out so soon. I guess the next question is what's the best replacement? Obviously not OEM.

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heavydoc · May 24, 2017

Fir electrical components I generally stick with OEM, or take it to a TRUSTED rebuild shop, or rebuild it yourself. I generally do the latter.

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