renault 19 16v convertible starter motor

[Tommo1471]

hi all

I have just bought a 93 renault 19 16v convertible in need of a little tlc. the car will only start when i bump start it so assume that this is down to a failed starter motor can any one confirm this and also help me with the locationb and the best access to replace the unit.

many thanks

shaun

 

[JR]

Hi, this is a common issue. It is probably caused by the white wire to the solenoid coming lose, check that before you buy a new one

The starter is under the exhaust manifold at the back (has a heatshield over).

 

[Tommo1471]

thankyou will have a look tommorow where is the best place to access it? was planning on removing the air box

thanks shaun

 

[JR]

No need really but if you think it'll help then why not! Just have to get in there, a lamp/torch will help, it's well hidden! If you decide you need to replace the starter then THAT's a tricky job!

 

[Peter T]

Best for me was to get under the car.

 

[Tommo1471]

Thanks for all the advice will let you know how it goes this afternoon.

Shaun

 

[backflipper]

yeh ther a cunt to get to, underneath is the best approach, get some eyewear on, stops all the shit fallin ur eyes!

 

[Tommo1471]

I am really struggling getting to get access to the wires will removing the heat shield help me get access to the wires and will I need to remove the drive shaft to get the thing out if the worse comes to the worse?
Also an obvious thing I may have missed but is their a fuse for the starter?

Thanks shaun

 

[The Black Cat]

There should be a direct feed off the positive of the battery (which gets pulled in by the solenoid) and the other side should go to earth.

Yeah take the heatshield off there should be three either 10 or 13mm stubby little bolts, some are tricky and time consuming to undo but just stick with it.

Personal preference but, I do most of the work from above leaning on the engine and undid only the bolts from below that I couldn't reach from above.

It's easy to do without taking the drive shaft out, I wouldn't bother.

Just take note and make sure you put the dowel in the correct position when putting the replacement starter in.

 

[Neal R19]

Dowel position depends on the number of teeth on the starter, not necessarily the same.

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[bidderman1969]

i take the driveshaft out too, however, what bugs me more than anything if is the amount of bloody bracketry there is just to hold a sodding starter motor, its ridiculous

 

[Tommo1471]

Success

Have got to the White wire removed it a little wd40 and first turn of the key the car jumped into life starter motor was a little sticky bit after a couple of starts has loosened up nicely.

Thankyou everyone for your help.

Sure I will have some more questions shortly and when I get more used to the mechanics of the motor will offer my advice.

Thanks again Shaun

Just need some sunny days now to drop the roof

 

[Peter T]

Just make sure the white wire on good, or it will let you down, very soonish.