Contour Enthusiasts Group Archives Forums General Troubleshooting Starter not always engaging

Thanks folks. Informative-but depressing-suggestions. I'll try checking the flywheel teeth. One thing I've tried that seems to work: turn ignition on and wait 5 seconds before trying to start the car. Since then the starter hasn't "milled" (I guess this is the correct term for a spinning starter not engaging). Same starting procedure worked for my 1987 Toyota Camry that would mill occasionally.