Quadcylla
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- Bayfield, CO
- Year, Model & Trim Level
- '02 Explorer XLT
I have been under my 2002 Explorer xlt 4x4 (4.0L V6) for over a week now trying to figure this thing out.
Here is what is happening:
When I attempt to start it, it turns over twice and then begins "buzzing" (starter pinion doesn't have enough power to turn and just "sticks"). A few days ago, I jumped it and it started right up. Tonight I tried to jump it and it just does the same thing... buzz.
Here is what I have done so far:
1) Read every thread on here I can about starters, batteries, alternators, and battery cables
2) Replaced the starter (Including solenoid)... twice. (I'm a pro now)
3) Tested the battery (it's fine - tested it at AutoZone and O'Reily on the same day, just to be safe)
4) Tested Alternator - tested good
5) The battery cables are crack and corrosion free (understanding that I cannot see the inside of the cables to be sure they are ok - but they look good)
6) Tested the starter relay - tested fine (according to the Haynes manual)
I'm at the end of my rope here. I need a car this week and I cannot figure this thing out. I would rather not try to tackle changing the battery cables (what a tangled mess that looks like it would be!) but if that's the general consensus, then I guess that's what I'll do.
Thanks for any help!
Here is what is happening:
When I attempt to start it, it turns over twice and then begins "buzzing" (starter pinion doesn't have enough power to turn and just "sticks"). A few days ago, I jumped it and it started right up. Tonight I tried to jump it and it just does the same thing... buzz.
Here is what I have done so far:
1) Read every thread on here I can about starters, batteries, alternators, and battery cables
2) Replaced the starter (Including solenoid)... twice. (I'm a pro now)
3) Tested the battery (it's fine - tested it at AutoZone and O'Reily on the same day, just to be safe)
4) Tested Alternator - tested good
5) The battery cables are crack and corrosion free (understanding that I cannot see the inside of the cables to be sure they are ok - but they look good)
6) Tested the starter relay - tested fine (according to the Haynes manual)
I'm at the end of my rope here. I need a car this week and I cannot figure this thing out. I would rather not try to tackle changing the battery cables (what a tangled mess that looks like it would be!) but if that's the general consensus, then I guess that's what I'll do.
Thanks for any help!