Starter solenoid is a common problem it's a cheap replacement part though when it goes out! My GF has an 89 2.3 with 135k on it, runs strong no smoke. She got it for $300 from a person who just didn't take care of it. A few electrical nightmares later and some tuning and it's a decent almost 30mpg car
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