Chevrolet 10465459 Motor Asm,Start (Remanufacture)

The steps for removing the starter in a 2WD vehicle are as follows: Disconnect the negative battery cable. Raise the front of the vehicle and support it securely on jack stands. On V6 models, remove the right front wheel for easier access. Remove the front exhaust pipe from the exhaust manifold. On 2.2L engines, take off the brace rod from the front of the engine to the bell housing. On certain models through 1999, remove the support bracket connecting the front of the starter to the block. If equipped, remove the starter heat shield. From underneath the vehicle, disconnect the solenoid wire and battery cable from the terminals on the solenoid. Remove the starter mounting bolts. Take out the starter motor, noting the location of any spacer shim(s), if present.

Install the thrust collar on the shaft with the shoulder next to the snap-ring. Squeeze the thrust collar and stop/retainer together until the snap-ring fully enters the retainer.

If the starter motor still does not operate, the starter/solenoid assembly should be removed for disassembly, testing, and repair.

It may be necessary to unbolt the mounts and raise the engine slightly.

If the starter motor still does not operate, the starter/solenoid assembly should be removed for disassembly, testing, and repair.

Before diagnosing starter problems, make sure the battery is fully charged.

A reading of 9 volts or more with normal cranking speed indicates good condition. If the reading is 9 volts or more but cranking speed is slow, the motor is faulty. If the reading is less than 9 volts and cranking speed is slow, the solenoid contacts may be at fault and should be replaced.

Installation is a reversal of removal; tighten the mount bolts first to the specified torque, followed by the front bracket bolt and nut.

Avoid undercutting the insulation between the commutator segments on molded type commutators.