Fewer connectors = better circuits

[Kevin1]

I thought I needed a new starter/solenoid after two seasons of intermittant starting problems. (turn the key, nothing happens) Before digging into changing the starter I decided to eliminate the white connector to the ignition switch as it was looking a bit "cooked". All of those connections are now soldered. In addition, two bullet connectors under the hood (near the alternator, one red wire and one brown wire) received the same treatment.
Starting seems reliable now, 12 starts in 12 attempts. This only took an hour or so to do - much simpler than replacing the starter would have been. The starter seems fine now so changing it wouldn't have solved anything. I would suggest trying this first if your starting seems hit and miss.

[jctucker]

That's awesome!

When I bought my Fiat I went thru several components just cleaning contacts and it made a huge difference. Lesson: stay on top of the wiring!

[blurple124]

I reeeaaaallly wish I would have read this post before pulling my starter out to find that it worked just fine....