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2001 Mercury Cougar 2.5 liter Won't Start Sign up here! Search this forum this category all forums for All words Any words Whole Phrase (search options) Auto Repair Home>> Automotive Repair>> Engine Troubleshooting redcougarcar User Jan 23, 2009, 11:10 AM Post #1 of 6 (6290 views) 2001 Mercury Cougar 2.5 liter Won't Start Sign In My 2001 Mercury Cougar 2.5 liter won't start. When I turn the ignition on I can hear the bendix kick out the gear on the starter but can't get any farther than that. I've tried jumping it, jumpering from the small bolt on starter selenoid. No change. I've replaced the battery, the starter and the battery cable. Motor not seized. Any information would be greatly appreciated!!! At wits end! Brian PS - When I took out the original starter I had it tested and starter is perfectly fine, replaced starter for no reason..... (This post was edited by redcougarcar on Jan 23, 2009, 11:44 AM) Tom Greenleaf Ultimate Carjunky / Moderator Jan 23, 2009, 11:51 AM Post #2 of 6 (6286 views) Re: 2001 Mercury Cougar 2.5 liter Won't Start Sign In Note: Sounds like a cable connection still and know that all the connections need be good. They are only as good as the weakest link if you will. Sometimes forgotten is that power TO an item must also RETURN thru ground and back to battery. Make sure the battery ground cable is cleaned up and snug at both ends of it too. If there's a chance the engine is too tight - try turning it by crankshaft bolt with a socket - TAKE KEYS OUT OF THE CAR PLEASE IF YOU TRY THAT! It also still could be the starter but lots less likely if two did the same and sometimes I doubt testing as it may not assimilate the same load on it as in the car. Also: You can use good jumper cables to add ground from battery to engine block out of harms way as a test, T Double J Veteran / Moderator Jan 23, 2009, 12:32 PM Post #3 of 6 (6282 views) Re: 2001 Mercury Cougar 2.5 liter Won't Start Sign In Just to add a thought.. Remove the serpentine drive belt and then see if the engine turns over. A locked up alternator or other component can stop an engine from turning over on vehicles equipped with serpentine belts and auto belt tensioners. Tom Greenleaf Ultimate Carjunky / Moderator Jan 23, 2009, 12:35 PM Post #4 of 6 (6279 views) Re: 2001 Mercury Cougar 2.5 liter Won't Start Sign In Great idea! That's why you get paid the BIG bucks! T Double J Veteran / Moderator Jan 23, 2009, 1:09 PM Post #5 of 6 (6268 views) Re: 2001 Mercury Cougar 2.5 liter Won't Start Sign In I wish i had the "Greenleaf" bucks! Thats the BIG BUCKS! Rockefellers Buffets' Gates' Greenleafs Tom Greenleaf Ultimate Carjunky / Moderator Jan 23, 2009, 3:12 PM Post #6 of 6 (6261 views) Re: 2001 Mercury Cougar 2.5 liter Won't Start Sign In It's not me - it's Kitty who makes the BIG BUCKS! She'll take money from anyone - just look at that puss! K - ding dong is out!   Automotive Repair     Auto Body Repair and Refinishing     Heating or AC Issues     Electrical and Wiring     Brake Systems     Car Stereo Repair Advice     General Discussions     Car Making Funny Noises     Engine Fault Codes     Engine Troubles     Exhaust Systems     Steering and Suspension     Transmission Troubles     Tricks of the Trade Automotive World     General Discussions     Antique Car Talk     Car Shows and Events     The Bargin Bin     Motor Vehicle Inspection     Car Care Tips     Traffic Tickets     Gasoline, Motor Oils, Concept Cars and Engines     Auto Insurance, Financing, Leases, Warranties Truck Repair     General Discussions     Truck Engine Repair     Truck Suspension Repair Motorcycle Repair     General Discussions     Motorcycle Engine Repair CarJunky     Open Posting     Board FAQ's     New Board Suggestions

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