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  1. 12-07-2020, 02:14 PM #1
    Dennyg
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    Starter on a 1997 150 EFI

    I've noticed the last few trips that sometimes the starter seems to make a "whirring" after the motor starts. Is it possible the starter
    shaft is lagging behind not receding properly?
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    #2 12-07-2020, 03:36 PM
    Take the gear drive off and clean and grease it good with a silicone base grease, should stop it.
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    #3 12-08-2020, 06:42 AM
    Thanks, I'll give it a try.
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    #4 12-08-2020, 10:11 AM
    In many cases, one or two drops of lightweight oil on the SHAFT will rectify this. Be careful not to get it into the drive gear.

    This engine would be a 2.5L model... moving the thread to the correct forum for you.


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