2.5TD Starting problems

[jamesledingham]

When I turn the key, I just get a click...I think it may be the starter motor sticking but not sure. It's happened before and I can normally roll the whole vehicle forward and back a little and it'll start again. No such luck this time!! Any ideas??

[suggs]

sounds like the starter has finaly given up, mines just done the same.

[ian_s]

it could be a stuck solenoid
tap it with a hammer and try again

[jamesledingham]

Where do I find it?

And roughly what am I looking at to replace a starter motor?

[L90OOK]

Solenoid should be on the side of the starter.
Before you take it out give all the connection to starter & solenoid a damn good clean including the chassis earth...could just be a poor connection  :D

[jamesledingham]

And fitting? Am I right in thinking the whole turbo unit needs taking out?

[electricbluebadger]

Nope its fiddly but can be changed without disturbing the manifolds or exhaust but you will swear a lot :)..... oh and do it when the engine is cold :) youd be surprised... may just need removing and cleaning out and greasing

Cheers Steve

[suggs]

new starter £99 from paddocks

[Guardian.]

i assume the battery is definately charged, as a low battery will cause it to just click and not turn over.