Got a 1990 merc. 3.0 Alpha 1.
Been having trouble with intermitent starting since last year.
Typically the motor will turn with the key about half the time.
When it fails I wil get a click, I assume is the starter solenoid engaging.
It will generally fail 3 or 4 times (turn of the key) and then it will catch (turn the motor).
I have replaced the starter, cleaned all the electrical leads and replaced the ignition.
Pretty sure at this point I have a short in the system but before I start chasing wires I was hoping possibly someone out there might have some pointers or advice.
Been having trouble with intermitent starting since last year.
Typically the motor will turn with the key about half the time.
When it fails I wil get a click, I assume is the starter solenoid engaging.
It will generally fail 3 or 4 times (turn of the key) and then it will catch (turn the motor).
I have replaced the starter, cleaned all the electrical leads and replaced the ignition.
Pretty sure at this point I have a short in the system but before I start chasing wires I was hoping possibly someone out there might have some pointers or advice.