Repair and Diagnosis (Single Page): Electrical: Starter

• Description
• Trouble Shooting
  • Starter Noise
• On-Vehicle Testing
  • Cranking Test
    • Notes
    • Slower Or No Crank After Extended Periods Of Vehicle Non-Use
    • Engine Does Not Crank, Starter Solenoid Does Not Click
    • Solenoid Clicks, Engine Does Not Crank Or Cranks Slowly
  • Ignition Switch Test
  • Solenoid Windings Tests
    • Notes
    • Hold-In Windings Test
    • Pull-In Windings Test
    • Test Results
  • Starter No-Load Test
• Bench Testing
  • Preliminary Tests
  • Armature Test
  • Series Coil Open Test
  • Series Coil Ground Test
  • Brushes, Springs & Holders Check
  • Drive Assembly Check
  • Pinion Clearance Check
• Removal & Installation
  • Notes
  • Removal
    • All Except Cadillac 4.6L (VIN's 9, & Y) & W Body - 3.4L (VIN X)
    • Cadillac 4.6L (VIN's 9, & Y)
    • W Body - 3.4L (VIN X)
  • Installation
    • Except 4.6L, VIN 9, X & Y
    • 4.6L, VIN 9 & Y
    • VIN X
• Overhaul
  • Starter
• Starter Specifications
• Torque Specifications
• Wiring Diagrams