Guest Jonny Martin Posted April 11, 2007 Righto, Hi all, I got into my 1.6Gti earlier to move it to get the 306 out, got in, started no problem, moved the cars round but left the gti were i had parked it. Later when i came to move it back i found that it would not start! when i put the key in and turn it the stop light ect comes on as usual, but then when i turn it the final click i can hear a click from the engine bay then nothing, as if there is no battery (ie the engine is 'dead') i dont know if this has anything to do with it but after i had moved the car in the first place the key seemed almost stuck in the ignition for a second or two when i tried to pull it out. If anyone could give me any advice it would be a massive help as its driving me nuts! Many thanks Jonny. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Richie-Van-GTi 71 2 Cars Posted April 11, 2007 starter motor is sticking, the click is the solenoid not fully engaging. Try sticking a wire direct between the tarter solenoid and battery live, that should fire it up if its the normal problems. Sometimes tapping the starter with a bar or something with the key turned will engage it, also rock the car in gear then try again. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Guest Jonny Martin Posted April 11, 2007 Thanks for the info! i shall try it first thing tomorrow morning, Thanks for the quick reply Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
