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Unread 05-01-2013, 20:36
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Re: need help from auto mechanic
I just fixed a similar issue on my 2005 Legacy GT (seems to be pretty common). My solution was to remove the starter motor, clean the starter bendix shaft and gear with brake cleaner, and apply some wheel bearing grease to the shaft and work it under the gear that rides on the shaft. It has solved the issue for me. Next course of action is the replacement contacts for the motor.

I found a great deal at $60 for huge assortment (I'm searching my history to find this link as we speak, but no luck so far...).
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