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Search Auto Parts Search 1996 Subaru Won't Start Each Time Sign up here!   Email This Post Auto Repair Home>> Automotive Repair>> Car Troubleshooting ElyseMrache New User Feb 14, 2013, 6:12 PM Post #1 of 4 (1751 views)      1996 Subaru Won't Start Each Time   I drive a 1996 Subaru Legacy. She's at 171,000 miles, engine size 2.2L. Several months ago I started having trouble starting it from time to time (not sure why this trouble came about) so I had the spark plugs and starter replaced. When this didn't fix the problem I had the battery replaced shortly after in September 2012. The problem is progressively getting worse. When I turn the key to "on" I hear the usual beeps and my dash lights come on but then when I turn to crank it, nothing. Not even a sound. This doesn't happen every time but its happening more and more often, unpredictably. Getting a jump works. Connecting a jump box to the battery and tapping the starter while someone cranks works. One time letting the car sit for 2 days worked! Other than this starting issue, I have not had any problems with the battery like it dying while Im driving. Ive taken the car in to a couple different auto shops to get tests done. Some say its the battery some say the starter. Im hoping to get some advice before I continue putting money into fixing the wrong parts. Thank you! Discretesignals Ultimate Carjunky / Moderator Feb 14, 2013, 6:36 PM Post #2 of 4 (1741 views)      Re: 1996 Subaru Won't Start Each Time   If you tap on the starter without connecting anything to the battery when it doesn't want to start, will the engine crank? If someone holds the key in the start position when it doesn't want to crank and you tap on the starter and the starter takes off, that means the starter is the culprit. Since we volunteer our time and knowledge, we ask for you to please follow up when a problem is resolved. (This post was edited by Discretesignals on Feb 14, 2013, 6:37 PM) ElyseMrache New User Feb 25, 2013, 5:10 PM Post #3 of 4 (1643 views)      Re: 1996 Subaru Won't Start Each Time   It was the starter! Thank you for your help! I had the starter replaced again at the shop and she's starting like a champ now! Thanks again! Discretesignals Ultimate Carjunky / Moderator Feb 26, 2013, 5:48 AM Post #4 of 4 (1621 views)      Re: 1996 Subaru Won't Start Each Time   Glad to read that you got your problem resolved. Thanks for the follow up Locked as solved. Since we volunteer our time and knowledge, we ask for you to please follow up when a problem is resolved.   Email This Post   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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