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Deb&Eds38
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Having some trouble starting the Monarch.
I have 12.8 volts at the batteries but the when I turn on the key it reads 11.2 and doesn't engage the starter. generator is fine and everything else works any ideas?

Ed.
 
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Rusty
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First try to start with headlights on - if they dim, suspect connections at battery.

Otherwise, it could be a ground problem; clean all the grounds at chassis and engine/transmission.


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If nothing else works hit the starter solenoid with a hammer. I did and it started right up.

Now that I can get it out of the driveway I will take it in and have it checked over.

Not bad. First problem in two years.

Ed.
 
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