Starter Motor Repair in Dumfries

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Is the motor dead or merely making a clicking sound? Or is it turning but not 'catching'? It's likely that your starter motor will require rapid repair or even replacement to get your car up and running again. If you’re stuck on the drive you can employ a mobile mechanic, or get the garage to take a look at your car battery too to see if that is responsible for halting the engine.

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Top garages for Starter Motor in Dumfries (16 found)
Protyre Dumfries
26 Jobs Completed
Dumfries
3.0 / 5

Denton Tyre Centre, Dumfries joined the Protyre network in 2016 and has been in business for over 30 years. The centre specialises in fitting tyres for cars, vans, 4x4s,

Balmoral Road Car Sales & Service Ltd
9 Job Completed
Dumfries
5.0 / 5

We are a large independent workshop based in Dumfried who can offer MOT's, servicing, repairs and maintenance work on all makes and models of cars, vans and light commerc

A1 Auto Base Ltd
1 Job Completed
Dumfries
5.0 / 5

You need your car to be in top shape all the time! At A1 Auto Base we offer the best mechanical service you could imagine. With the latest tools and incredibly competent,

Dalziel's Garage Services
Member since 23 April 2024
Dumfries

We are a family run business who pride ourselves on our expertise and customer service. We are Peugeot Citroen specialists but carry out work on all makes and models of v

Border Cars (Dumfries)
Member since 23 April 2024
Dumfries

Border Cars is one of the leading motor retail groups in South West Scotland and Cumbria, with six sites in Dumfries, Stranraer, Carlisle, Workington and Ayr. Since 1977,

Akers garage
Member since 23 April 2024
Dumfries

Been going for 13 years Specialist in vw Audi seat and skoda Mot servicing tyres all repairs diagnostics air con Family run

Huntingdon Garage
Member since 23 April 2024
Dumfries

"Established 14 years ago by Raymond Balmer a time served mechanic from Southern Garage, Dumfries. Huntingdon Garage can service your car from new without affecting your

Dumfries Motor Ltd
Member since 23 April 2024
Dumfries

"If you're looking for car parts in Dumfries then please get in touch with Dumfries Motor Ltd. We are specialists in supplying car parts to both the public and the trade

Keith Faulds Motor Engineer
Member since 23 April 2024
Heathhall

"Established over a decade ago, and with over 25 years in the trade, Keith Faulds Motor Engineer's Garage is an independent garage and MOT testing station in Heathhall on

Torr Body Shop
Member since 23 April 2024
Dumfries

"Torr Body Shop of Torthhorwald, Dumfries is a car body shop specialising in spray painting and wheel refurbishment, using only the best in high quality parts, state of t

Tony's Valeting
Member since 23 April 2024
Dumfries

"Professional Valet Service, Car & Commercial Vehicles, Special Deals for Monthly Contracts, Valeting Starts from just -ú3"

Parkdale Garage Ltd
Member since 23 April 2024
Dumfries

"An independent Dumfries garage, just off the A75 (Garroch Roundabout) offering a full range of services: MOT, Service, Tyres, Exhausts, Batteries, Diagnostics, Air Condi

Border Toyota (Dumfries)
Member since 23 April 2024
Dumfries

<Toyota Centre name> offers professional, competitively priced ownership services, along with exceptional customer service. Our expertly trained staff are on hand to ensu

Arnold Clark Automobiles Ltd - Dumfries
Member since 23 April 2024
DUMFRIES

We are a Renault and Dacia main dealer with the knowledge, specific tooling and diagnostic equipment to efficiently repair and maintain all Renault and Dacia vehicles. Co

Border Hyundai - Dumfries
Member since 23 April 2024
DUMFRIES

As an established Hyundai dealer, we are proud to represent the philosophy of New Thinking, New Possibilities. We believe in challenging conventions, not for the sake

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Starter Motor Repair in Dumfries
Frequently asked questions
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What is a starter motor?

It is the component responsible for turning over or ‘cranking’ the engine to start the car. It is powered by the car battery, and battles both high friction and compression resistance to get your car up and running

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Where is the start motor located?

The starter motor can be found underneath the car on the driver’s side, it is just below the left cylinders.

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How long do starter motors last?

On average, a starter motor should function in your vehicle for 5 to 7 years. However, they can both die prematurely and last a lot longer than expected, often with no deciding factors.

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What are the signs of a bad starter motor?

To decipher whether your starter motor is faulty you can look out for these telltale signs:

●     A clicking noise when key turned on switched to start

●     Smoke coming from the car

●     The starter is soaked in oil

●     The engine just will not crank

●     A grinding noise when starting up

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How long does starter motor replacement take?

The process of removing a faulty starter motor and replacing it with a new one generally takes around 2 to 4 hours. The length is dependent on how easy it is to access and remove the part.

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What causes a starter to become faulty?

Occasionally it is simply age, as all starters will wear out overtime. Other causes include:

●     Incorrect connections

●     Faulty solenoid switches

●     Wiring issues

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Can you jump-start a bad starter?

No, jump starting a faulty starter will not spring it back to life as extra battery will not be enough to turn over the engine. Your starter needs to be functioning well to successfully crank the engine. 

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