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Tool Won't Start

Makita Power Tool

Severity: Critical

Source: OnlyErrorCodes.com — Every error code. One place.

Makita Tool Won't Start — Causes & Fixes

What Does This Error Mean?

A Makita tool that won't start is usually a dead or incompatible battery, a tripped overload protection, or a faulty trigger switch. Try a charged battery first.

How to Fix It

  1. Insert a fully charged battery

  2. Check battery seating

  3. Reset the overload protection

  4. Check the forward/reverse switch

  5. Check the trigger switch

  6. Check for a locked chuck or spindle

Frequently Asked Questions

Why did my Makita drill stop suddenly while drilling?

A sudden stop mid-use is usually electronic overload protection responding to excessive current draw. Remove the battery, wait 30 seconds, reinsert, and continue with a lighter workload or sharper bit.

My Makita tool has power but won't spin — what is wrong?

If the LED indicator comes on but the motor does not run, check the direction switch is not in the centre lock position. If correctly set, the trigger switch or motor has a fault.

Do Makita brushless tools have carbon brushes to replace?

No — brushless (BL) motors do not have carbon brushes. They have longer service life than brushed tools. If a brushless Makita tool fails to run after battery and switch checks, the motor controller board may have failed.