Ignition just clicks

[mikeodtd&gmail]

I have a 2008 Winnebago view sprinter 64k miles. Recently, when I try to start it just clicks. After several times and then waiting it finally turns over. Any ideas?

 

[Jim]

I have a 2008 Winnebago view sprinter 64k miles. Recently, when I try to start it just clicks. After several times and then waiting it finally turns over. Any ideas?

My guess is a starter solenoid.

 

[Kevin D Pem]

If you get a reliable click look to comections first. Then to the starter. The bendex may just be gummed up, but unless you know what you're doing just replace the starter.

 

[mikeodtd&gmail]

Is replacing the starter a costly fix? Where is the bendex located and how is it cleaned?

 

[Jim]

Is replacing the starter a costly fix? Where is the bendex located and how is it cleaned?

"Costly" is a definitive subjective term. But in my book, it's a cheap fix and one that you will probably never have to do again. Actually, you will probably just replace the whole starter. My guess from previous purchases, maybe a few hundred dollars?

 

[mikeodtd&gmail]

Great! Thank you for your advice. It’s very helpful and appreciated.

 

[Rich W.]

The “bendix” is just a solenoid that engages the starter motor drive. It‘s either that or a “dead spot” in your starter motor. Either way, just replacing the starter is your best choice. I’ve repaired starters many times and ultimately they fail again. R&R is a simple job and would probably cost you around $200 to do yourself, or around $800 for a shop to do it. Its only about an hour of work but that’s just the way it is.

 

[TheLooks]

Much of that depends on the manufacturer of the motor, not the motorhome. Prices vary and difficulty accessing it will vary.

 

[Joe Hogan]

One of many explanations of starter solenoid

 

[Wemustrv]

Check Battery connections they could be lose or corroded.