GM 10465494 Starter, (Remanufacture)

In extreme cases, it may be necessary to unbolt the mounts and raise the engine slightly.

If you can't hear the solenoid plunger when the switch is activated, the solenoid may be defective or there may be an open circuit. To check the solenoid, connect a jumper lead between the battery (+) and the "S" terminal on the solenoid. If the starter motor operates, the solenoid is fine, and the problem may be with the ignition switch, neutral start switch, or wiring.

First, check that the shift lever is in Neutral or Park (for automatic transmission) or that the clutch pedal is depressed (for manual transmission). Then, ensure that the battery is charged and that all cables are securely connected at the battery and starter solenoid terminals.

Finally, install each of the wires to the solenoid terminals using your identification coding.

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.

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

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.

To test the starter motor's performance with a voltmeter, run the engine until it reaches normal operating temperature, then disconnect the coil wire from the distributor cap and ground it on the engine. Connect a voltmeter positive lead to the positive battery post and the negative lead to the negative post. Crank the engine and take voltmeter readings as soon as a steady figure is indicated, not exceeding 15 seconds of starter motor turning. A reading of 9 volts or more at normal cranking speed is normal. If the cranking speed is slow and the reading is less than 9 volts, it could indicate various issues like burned solenoid contacts, a bad starter motor, discharged battery, or a bad connection.