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SouthArk370Z · 10-07-2016, 06:41 AM

What does "try to start" mean?

If the serpentine belt is not moving that means that either:
1) the starter is not working properly (engine not turning)
2) the damper is broken (engine turning but not driving belt)
3) the belt is slipping
If it is 3, you should be able to see the damper turning.

10-07-2016, 06:41 AM	#4 (permalink)
SouthArk370Z Premium Member Join Date: Nov 2010 Location: South Arkansas Posts: 8,435 Drives: 2014 Challenger Rep Power: 324197	What does "try to start" mean? If the serpentine belt is not moving that means that either: 1) the starter is not working properly (engine not turning) 2) the damper is broken (engine turning but not driving belt) 3) the belt is slipping If it is 3, you should be able to see the damper turning. __________________ Steering Lock Links - Search The370Z Bookmarklet - FSM @ NICOclub Mankind has progressed past the need for war but we haven't evolved that far. - NachoMahma Last edited by SouthArk370Z; 10-07-2016 at 10:06 AM.