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Old Jun 2, 2023 | 07:59 AM
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Originally Posted by Boothillkeeter
Sounds like the starter is not engaging into the flywheel.
Might be a good idea to brush up on how a modern gear reduction starter works:

How a starter works

The starter motor is not energized until after the pinion gear is engaged in the ring gear.

If the starter motor is spinning but the engine is not turning, it is most likely a failure of the starter clutch.
 

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