Can I just replace the starter solenoid?

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Asked by GuruC7PB May 06, 2017 at 06:44 PM about the 2005 Volkswagen Jetta GL TDi Wagon

Question type: Maintenance & Repair

2005 Jetta TDI wagon won't start, but I can hear the starter spinning - just not engaging

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That is the starter drive that is doing that. The starter would have to come completely apart in-order to change it. Your better off just getting a new starter.

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