starter motor

[teahpot]

Hi people, my Surfs a 3 ltr diesel with the KNZ130 engine, got a problem with my starter motor, goes ok for a while then suddenly on turning the key it emits a loud click 5 or 6 times, sometimes more, then it starts, however the problem seems to be getting worse does anyone know what the problem is or where I can get a new/secondhand one from as they seem a bit scarce also would like to know if there is a workshop manual available anywhere out there, other than that it is a great motor!

[TonyN]

Its the starter contacts, take the starter off, and on the end is a cover plate, under this is a set of contacts either side of a plunger. When you turn the key, the soloniod pulls the plunger down, joining the two contacts to work the starter motor, one side of these contacts wears away over time, so the plunger won't touch both contacts, so the starter won't work, just the soloniod clicking, sometimes it touches both sides and works, sometimes not. You can get a repair kit for a couple of quid from Toyota.

Really is a simple job, sometimes fiddly getting the starter out, but not impossible.

[teahpot]

Thanks!

Thanks for the prompt reply TonyN I will give it a bash as soon as I can get some contacts!

[Green shuttle]

Hi Teahpot? Had the same problem with my machine. Priced up starter at Toyota dealer £500 plus or £220 for recon. Ended up getting a second hand starter off a Landcruiser form findapart or such like. Took the cover off my old starter later to find that the contacts had burned out as described. Best way of accessing the bolts securing the starter is from under the wheel arch with the wheel removed.
Rob

[teahpot]

Thanks!

Thanks for your help Rob going to ring around locally today and see if I can obtain the parts.Nice to talk to someone that has already done the job and can let you know how hard/easy it is,this is the first time I have used this forum and have found it and the people really helpful its nice to know that there are people out there who are willing to share their knowledge and experience!

[truckarms]

Hi people, my Surfs a 3 ltr diesel with the KNZ130 engine, got a problem with my starter motor, goes ok for a while then suddenly on turning the key it emits a loud click 5 or 6 times, sometimes more, then it starts, however the problem seems to be getting worse does anyone know what the problem is or where I can get a new/secondhand one from as they seem a bit scarce also would like to know if there is a workshop manual available anywhere out there, other than that it is a great motor!

Hi also had the same problem, getting the starter out was the only had bit need a 2ft extension on your socket check out this http://www.4crawler.com/4x4/CheapTricks/Starter.shtml
I used this guys sheet and he also has a couple of other webpages you can go to, even got the parts number from one of them.

[teahpot]

Thanks

Thanks for the info Truckarms was an interesting site,have marked it up as a favorite cos being new to both Surfs and diesels I havnt much experience and need all the help I can get although during the 10 months I have owned the Surf she has been great and no bother although I shouldnt say anything! Another thing I would like to mention is that this site is really great and scrolling through the different forums makes great reading,who needs a manual anyway! Got the contacts anyway just got to find the time to fit them now! Again thanks lads.