I suddenly have a no-start problem and thought I might save myself some time in my cold garage by posting a quick question here: My 2000 Disco failed to start the other day, after I had driven a few miles, parked and attempted to re-start. The starter turned a couple of time, then quit. A second try brought the same results, but with a little less response from the starter. Didn't have much time to spend then, so I jumped into my daily driver and went on with the day. Tried to start a couple of hours later and heard only a bit of a chirp from the starter, but since then not even that. I have a nearly new battery and a quick test shows that it's not the problem and all other electricals work. Did a quick search and found nothing quite like this issue.

I assume that this arctic weather will eventually break and I'll be a little more enthusiastic about spending time in the garage, though at 75 it may be June before that feels right. In the meantime, any suggestion of a proper approach to this issue will be appreciated.

Thanks.

 

Hey Steve,

I know that you stated that you don't think it's your battery but did you check your actual terminal connection? I was puzzled by Bertha doing that a few years back and it was the terminal connection on the positive lead. I had a newish battery at the time and couldn't figure out what the heck was going on. May be worth another look.

Have you had your starter replaced in the past? A Disco in the garage would explain why I didn't see you at the Village last Saturday!

Christina

 

After checking/cleaning terminals at battery, be sure to check ground cable connection at alternator bracket. It may look clean and tight, but remove and wire brush terminal and mounting area. Known problem area for bad connection. These are all maintenance type of repairs and cost nothing, so a good place to start. If cleaning terminals and having a freshly charge battery still don't do the trick...most likely the starter.

​​​​​​​ Brian.

 

 

 

My pos terminal doesnt tighten totally onto the battery. If I try to spin it, I can spin the clamp on the post and remove it.
what happens in instances with a loose terminal, when you turn the key the amperage that flows through the connection causes the connection to be lost.