Why starter only engage for a sec then spin

Asked by Cody Feb 21, 2016 at 05:22 PM about the 2001 Hyundai Tiburon

Question type: Maintenance & Repair

Car won't turn over

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Sounds like the bendix on the starter may be stripped out? I would remove and inspect the starter.

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