Chris wrote:
> On Feb 10, 10:44 am, Mike <snorlaxw...@[EMAIL PROTECTED]
> wrote:
>> Chris wrote:
>>> I have a 97 Nissan Sentra with 133.000 miles on it. Replaced the
>>> battery 2 month ago. Although whenever I would start the car the
>>> starter would go very slow, so like with a low battery. Yesterday the
>>> starter went so slow that the car wouldn't start anymore. Tried to
>>> jump start but the same. It's not the battery. Now the starter does
>>> not revolve anymore when I would try to start, just a clicking sound
>>> when I turn the key. That's it.
>>> So would it be most likely the starter which causes this problem, so I
>>> just replace it?
>>> Thanks
>>> Chris
>> Certainly check the connections at the battery and at the starter.
>> Progressing corrosion could cause this problem. Take the clamps off and
>> clean the crap out of them. remove and sandpaper the cable lugs at the
>> starter and the ground terminal. But, the starter is a likely culprit.
>> -Mike
>
> Mike,
> thanks. The battery connections are good and tight. However I have a
> problem to locate the starter.
> It is not accessible from above.
> Do you think I could replace the starter myself? I don't have much
> experience with fixing cars, but know how to handle a wrench :-).
> I think that's all what you need to replace the starter, right?
>
> I might need jacks to get under the car since the starter seems to be
> located somewhere near the oil filter.
>
> Chris
I don't know off hand how hard the starter is to replace on your car.
But, it should be pretty straightforward. Don't forget to remove the (-)
battery terminal first. And use jack stands. Good luck!
-Mike
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