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    Sep 26, 2006, 10:36 AM
    1998 honda Accord starter problems
    I have the same problem with my 98 accord as was posted many months ago and wondered if anyone had solved their problem.

    I just tried to start the car and although the starter could be heard spinning, it didn't engage the ring gear and so the engine didn't turn over. I have removed the starter motor and don't see anything wrong with the splined shaft teeth, so am lost as to what the problem is. The battery is good; the starter motor is turning over so it's not a relay thing, and I'm used to thinking "bendix spring" on american starters, but so far haven't found anything like that system on this honda. Any help would be appreciated.

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    Sep 26, 2006, 09:37 PM
    I would replace the starter, because the overrunning clutch assembly is probably shot.
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    Sep 27, 2006, 08:56 AM
    Thank you for the reply. I have pulled the electric motor off the starter and when I got it out realized that there must be more. Since I used to be a silent partner with "You Fix it Honda" I had them ship me a used starter and it arrived today. I wonder if I have to remove other parts from the engine ( hoses and tubes in the way) in order to get the whole starter off? Thanks again for your help.
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