Starting engine problem

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1999 Mountain Aire 40'with a 330 cummins on a sparton chassis. I cant start it with the ign switch but starts if i use a jumper at the starter. Any suggestions where to chech? Ign switch is working.
Thx

[Ricci]

Hi - Sounds like you have a starter solenoid that is causing your problem. Trace back from the starter for it's location.

Tom

[dennis45]

Originally Posted by Brian M

1999 Mountain Aire 40'with a 330 cummins on a sparton chassis. I cant start it with the ign switch but starts if i use a jumper at the starter. Any suggestions where to chech? Ign switch is working.
Thx

Follow the wiring back from the starter and you will find a small slave solenoid that operates the starter. Replace that one and you should be good to go. Sorry I can't tell you exactly where that solenoid is located as it changes from year to year.
Take the old one to your local NAPA or auto parts store for a match.

[Skip426]

Yep, starter relay/solenoid , I've replaced two.

It'll most likely be between the starter and the batteries; and look like one of these.

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I cant find it lol. Sux to be me

[Skip426]

Maybe , Spartan Motor Home support can help , call with your serial number and they can guide you to it.

1-800-543-4277

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Would that be my chassis serial #?

[dennis45]

Originally Posted by Brian M

Would that be my chassis serial #?

Yes, the last six digits of the chassis VIN.

[tizzyfit]

Originally Posted by Brian M

I cant find it lol. Sux to be me

Hey Brian, you're not alone not being able to find some of these items. Hang in there, these folks on this forum are a great source of information and help.

[dennis45]

Originally Posted by Brian M

I cant find it lol. Sux to be me

Not sure what else to say except just begin at the starter where you had the jumper and go hand over hand following the wire back to the solenoid.

[Ricci]

Brian - The only other thing I can add is (I am not familiar with your year chassis) that if you have a rear passenger side bay that has electrical components in it, you may find it there. A call to Spartan would be your best bet.

Tom

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Called spartan and they were no help. Said they dont keep records back that far. Sux to be me

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Tom i only have 1 slide right behind the drivers seat. I found 2 relays but think they go to the glow plugs. Spartan said on the fram rail. Ill be damned if i can find them. This SUX

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Tom. I have a relay in the compartment with the transfer switch but it says coatch on it. Id post a pic but dont know how to