LMW1216 Posted February 19, 2007 Share Posted February 19, 2007 I have a 1998 limited edition that has trouble starting after it sits for a while. The battery is new and works fine. The problem is when the ignition key is turned, it clicks once, and nothing else. I have to turn it a few times until it catches. When it does, it cranks and starts fine. obd code "PO335 Crankshaft Position Sensor “A” Circuit Malfunction" came up when I took it to the shop. I replaced the sensor, and still have this problem. Any ideas????? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SLegacy99 Posted February 19, 2007 Share Posted February 19, 2007 1. Subarus dont like to start in the snow. Ive had 3 and theyre all the same. 2. Could be your starter. I replaced mine recently and its very easy, even for a non mechanical person and will only cost you about $90 if you recycle your old one. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bergs Posted February 19, 2007 Share Posted February 19, 2007 I'm gonna say it's the starter. My thinking is (and it's just a GUESS): You hit the key, the starter clicks and doesn't roll the motor over, the ECU is looking for sensor inputs and doesn't see them so it kicks back the code you saw. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LMW1216 Posted February 20, 2007 Author Share Posted February 20, 2007 Could it be the relay, or should I just focus on the starter itself? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bergs Posted February 20, 2007 Share Posted February 20, 2007 Try this.... If you can duplicate the problem with the starter clicking, then turn the key to "start" (I wouldn't hold it on start for more than 15 seconds at a time) and have someone tap the starter...if it cranks it's the starter (actually it's the bendix binding). You described your issue as having to turn the key a few times before it "catches"....during this time do you hear the clicking with every cycle of the key? If so, that's another one pointing to the starter. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LMW1216 Posted February 20, 2007 Author Share Posted February 20, 2007 I'll try that. Each time the key is turned, it would click once. So if it is the starter, would I have to replace the solonoid too, or just the motor. P.S. Thanks for all the help everyone Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bergs Posted February 21, 2007 Share Posted February 21, 2007 Anyone else care to take a stab at this? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LongHiway Posted February 21, 2007 Share Posted February 21, 2007 Sounds like the starter solenoid. For most cars, this is now integrated with the actual starter motor and so I'll guess it's the same configuration with a Subaru. Simple, cheap repair though having a dealer do it will be more costly (3 X?). Someone already posted that the part would cost ~ $100, maybe less with a trade in for the old. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LMW1216 Posted March 3, 2007 Author Share Posted March 3, 2007 It's me again............ I finally had a chance to tap the starter with the ignition on and wasn't cranking, no effect. It won't start when it's really cold or cold and wet outside. A tune up has been done recently (within 3 months) - plugs, wires etc. Does this mean it is electrical? ie. solonoid or relay? Does the 2.5 have a starter relay. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
groff Posted March 4, 2007 Share Posted March 4, 2007 when i had my durango i had the same exact problem...it would 'crank' once and thats its, i would have to jiggle the key real quick too, it was the starter solenoid, on a subaru it may be an easy part to replace, on that vehicle though it was a tough one. so, basically if you have to jiggle your key to get it to start, i would say solenoid Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LMW1216 Posted March 5, 2007 Author Share Posted March 5, 2007 I thought so. Thanks again for all your help. It's nice to find people to help without wanting anything in return. This site is one of my favs now Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LMW1216 Posted March 14, 2007 Author Share Posted March 14, 2007 Well... I got a starter from the wreckers and swaped it out. So far so good. Thanks everyone. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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