Yesterday when attempting to start my trusty A4, I just heard clicks, and no starter. I inspected and wiggled all the connections around the starter/solenoid and all seemed fine, I then wiggled the 8 pin connector under the companion way stairs. This pin connector is always high and dry and I sail in Lake Eire. Another attempt at starting and she purred.
I figured that I wiggled something to make better contact, so I took apart the 8 pin connector and it didn't look too bad, but I polished it up and coated with dielectric silicone. Now she starts fine, the starter jumps to life as soon as the switch is activated.
My question is does the 8 pin connector carry the current needed to turn over the starter? Would a poor connection at this point cause the clicking at the solenoid without the starter activated?
Should I look elsewhere for issues.
Thoughts are appreciated.
Best,
Jim
1982 TRBS Atomic 4
I figured that I wiggled something to make better contact, so I took apart the 8 pin connector and it didn't look too bad, but I polished it up and coated with dielectric silicone. Now she starts fine, the starter jumps to life as soon as the switch is activated.
My question is does the 8 pin connector carry the current needed to turn over the starter? Would a poor connection at this point cause the clicking at the solenoid without the starter activated?
Should I look elsewhere for issues.
Thoughts are appreciated.
Best,
Jim
1982 TRBS Atomic 4
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