Section 17 (Starter): Description
WARNING: This page does not describe the selected car, but rather 22 other vehicles, including the 1998 BMW Z3, 1998 BMW M3, 1998 BMW M Roadster, 1998 BMW 540i, and 1998 BMW 528i. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
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On Z3, 323i, 323is, and 840Ci, information is not available from manufacturer. Wiring diagrams may be available. See WIRING DIAGRAMS .
Bosch starter is a brush-type, series-wound electric motor with an overrunning clutch. Field frame carries pole shoes and field coils, and is enclosed by commutator end frame and drive bushing. Armature shaft drive end drives a reduction gear.