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Originally Posted by tamu_tundra

Need some help...

V8-2wd 2001 Tundra 84k-miles... and have what I believe is a starter problem. Symptoms are solenoid clicking with each turned key and then finally a startup after 4-5 tries. I've checked the battery and have cleaned all battery terminals.Sounds like the starter
I've searched through all the other threads, and it looks like most people have narrowed this down to the starter contacts. I want to go to the dealer and ask for these contacts, but I don't really know what I should be asking for. Is it the contact internally between the solenoid and the starter? YES In other words, would I need to take apart the starter and replace these contacts?YES If so, how many are there?2 of them, and you have to clean the armature for the windings.
Or is it the battery contact on the outside of the starter? NOT likely It seems that if the solenoid is clicking then this contact would be okay? I'm just guessing...Nope it is an internal starter contact failure.
Also, from reading the other threads it seems you have to take off the air intake manifold. I'm assuming this is just the air-filter and surrounding box? Or it is a lot more involved than this? It is the Air filter/a/f hose/ intake manifold, along with the injectors and rails, fuel line, return line, emmision hoses. it can be done as a unit with 2 people. It is quite heavy to lift out of the truck.I would also suggest replacing the intake manifold gaskets while your in there.
Any help is much appreciated. I'm getting tired of playing starter-roulette every morning before going to work...

Hope this helps