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I fixed the starter on my wife's RSX when it was hanging up.
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I would check the contacts for wear.
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Any advice on how to clean/lubricate?
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Lubricate convertible top mechanisms

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its also good for lubricating your convertible top mechanisms.
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Use white lithium grease

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BUT, you should use white lithium grease.
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I fixed the starter on my wife's RSX when it was hanging up.
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I would check the contacts for wear.
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Any advice on how to clean/lubricate?
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Lubricate convertible top mechanisms

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its also good for lubricating your convertible top mechanisms.
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Use white lithium grease

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BUT, you should use white lithium grease.
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I fixed the starter on my wife's RSX when it was hanging up.
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POST 1 / ORIGINAL POSTEROriginal post

I have my starter out on my 98 Box. Any advice on how to clean/lubricate? What type of lube? How far to dig into it? (separating solenoid from starter looks fairly easy) Thanks, Ray

POST 2Original post

not sure how much to dig into it. BUT, you should use white lithium grease. its also good for lubricating your convertible top mechanisms. don't forget the beer.

POST 3 / ORIGINAL POSTEROriginal post

Beer first! I'll get the grease and take care of the top mechanisms while I'm at it. I've got a lot apart waiting to buy an immobilizer module....appreciate the response!

POST 4Original post

I would check the contacts for wear. That's the most common problem w/ starter failing, other than that, you shouldn't worry about greasing.

POST 5Original post

Well, that depends on the starter. I fixed the starter on my wife's RSX when it was hanging up. Grunge & grit ( technical terms! ) was causing the problem. I think I lubed it with some old Moly CV joint grease I had left over??

POST 6Original post

Sticky starters are a pretty common issue among 986/996. It usually makes a funny, screeching / whirring noise after the engine fires. I took mine out, cleaned it with brake cleaner and sprayed inside with silicone spray, and have not had issues since.. -Brad

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