Q: I have to grind the starter to get the vehicle started.
I had this car completely restored and it has operated with no issues for over a year. Recently, when I start my vehicle, I have to grind the starter to get the vehicle started. Once the key moves to the auxiliary position, it's as if the engine loses the power to keep the car running.
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