Car starting problem after driving two to three miles

2009 HONDA CITY
100,000 MILES • 1.3L • 4 CYL • 2WD • MANUAL
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ALI.ALVI6
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With cold engine, car starts normally without any trouble. After driving two to three miles, when car attains its temperature, it does not start again if switched off. If i use two batteries (the second one with a jumper) to start the car, it starts again. I have got battery checked. Battery is in good condition. I think problem is with starting motor. Can you please tell me what really is the problem here? is starting motor or starting solenoid faulty?
Oct 5, 2017 at 9:24 PM
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It does sound like the starter is going bad, but to be sure use a test light and check the trigger wire at the starter when someone it cranking it over. If there is power then the starter is bad.

https://www.2carpros.com/articles/how-to-use-a-test-light-circuit-tester

and check the test near the bottom of the guide.

https://www.2carpros.com/articles/car-cranks-but-wont-start

and if bad this guide gives you an idea of what you are in for when doing the job.

https://www.2carpros.com/articles/how-to-replace-a-starter-motor

Below is what it will be like on your car.

Please let us know what happens.

Cheers, Ken
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Oct 6, 2017 at 4:43 PM