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Old Jan 8, 2013 | 07:48 PM
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My car Will only start when it is cold when its warm it will not start ny idead
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Old Jan 8, 2013 | 07:50 PM
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does it click when you turn the ignition?

mine did this and the solenoid was buggered on the starter
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Old Jan 8, 2013 | 07:56 PM
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I had same problem once car had cooled down was ok starting, changed starter and been fine starter gets very hot being so close to exhaust also fitted heat shield as well not sure if it does a lot but not had problem anymore
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Old Jan 8, 2013 | 08:06 PM
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If it is not turning over when hot:
Usually heat soak on the starter. Can wear out the starter or cause the excite wire to corrode.

New starter and a bit of exhaust wrap on the down pipe should see you right.
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