Oldsmobile 10465167 Starter, (Remanufacture) *Use Starter

Start 2WD Starter removal by disconnecting the negative battery cable, and then raise the front of the vehicle, supporting it securely on jack stands. In some V6 models, you might have to remove the right front wheel for accessibility purpose. The next step is removing the front exhaust pipe from the exhaust manifold. Remove brace rod from in front of engine to bell housing on 2.2L engines; alternatively remove support bracket that goes from starter front to block on some models prior to 1999 if equipped. If your vehicle has a starter heat shield, take it off now.Unbolt solenoid wire and battery cable ends at solenoid (underneath vehicle), then finally undo starter mounting bolts and remove unit. Consideration also should be given to whether there are any spacer shims fitted between motor body and attaching point.Eliminate starter motor noting spacers present, if any are there.To reinstall proceed knowing original positions of necessary shim(s).Now for 4WD Starter removal start by disconnecting the negative battery cable lift up jack stands under secure jack stands at the center of vehicle's rear axle assembly after raising its front end wheels off ground; thus enabling easier access.Remove left wheel (on 2.2L models) or right wheel (on 4.3L V6); this action is intended to make it easy for you when pulling out the component.Once again on two-point-two liter engines just slide off driveshaft towards its back.In certain early versions it may be necessary to raise engine/transmission using a transmission jack under transmission while removing transmission cross member for access to address simple bolts holding starter motor.However if provided with one, get rid of heat shield for starter wiring harness leading directly into solenoid switch.Insert wires coming from down under vehicle into terminals located on top of solenoid but still stay below nuts tightened against post threads.Slide out starter motor watching for shims or spacers if any are present.Install in reverse order of removal, making sure it is re-positioned in its original position and the shim is inserted between the engine block and the starter without removing.Correcting shimming remove the bell housing cover. At this stage, inspect flywheel or drive plate for abnormally worn areas, etc.Take a feeler gauge of round diameter with wire type leaves and determine distance from top of flywheel gear tooth to bottom of pinion tooth in starter from inside (not teeth tips) where clearance should be 0.01 to 0.06 inches.A starter whine usually indicates low clearance caused by too tight shimming.Worn pinion bearings also cause a whine during cranking.Loosen inner bolt slightly; then remove outer one before slipping spacer adjustment through narrow opening made outside engine block which separates it against crankshaft.So you see that installation removes only one additional spacer while retaining rest of them when applying because there was no need to separate motor upon lowering vehicle's entire weight down on its front wheels.

To determine if the starting system is functioning, you should first investigate the cleanliness and firmness of battery cable clamps, check out the state of battery cables, determine if the battery is in good condition, inspect connections as well as wiring for the starter motor, confirm tightness of starter motor mounting bolts, test each fuse found at engine compartment fuse box, inspect ignition switch circuit, examine starter relay among other things and ensure that clutch start switch or Park/Neutral position switch are in their right operational conditions. For this reason try to verify whether voltage is arriving at the starter by attaching a voltmeter or a test light to purple wire through solenoid while turning key to start position. So if your starter moves slowly, then check how much cranking voltage it takes from a battery while on an engine. In addition to having clean terminals and cables with good cold-cranking rating for that purpose; your battery must be in excellent condition too. Before testing your battery and engine block in cases of extremely cold weather conditions heat them up first. If there's power reaching it but not being used remove the motor assembly from its bench and test it. You can tell whether there are any defects within this part by checking what happens when solenoid plunger shifts lever overrunning clutch for proper operation are activated. Some starters may work when we connect them electrically to pinion drive but they fail to rotate that means such motors need replacement because solenoid have electricity so it is fine; otherwise these starters will be unplugged completely since no movement will occur when solenoid clicks mean either one might be malfunctioning while another has failed completely. With this in mind; you can conclude that once you pull out plunger which extends rotates pinion drive starting system functions appropriately.

To disconnect the cable from the negative battery terminal, first ensure that the lockout feature is turned off on models with the Theftlock audio system. Then, remove the starter motor shield if it is present. Next, raise the vehicle and securely support it on jackstands. Label and disconnect the wires from the terminals on the starter motor and solenoid. After that, remove the mounting bolts and detach the starter. To reinstall, follow the reverse order of removal.

Start 2WD Starter removal by disconnecting the negative battery cable, and then raise the front of the vehicle, supporting it securely on jack stands. In some V6 models, you might have to remove the right front wheel for accessibility purpose. The next step is removing the front exhaust pipe from the exhaust manifold. Remove brace rod from in front of engine to bell housing on 2.2L engines; alternatively remove support bracket that goes from starter front to block on some models prior to 1999 if equipped. If your vehicle has a starter heat shield, take it off now.Unbolt solenoid wire and battery cable ends at solenoid (underneath vehicle), then finally undo starter mounting bolts and remove unit. Consideration also should be given to whether there are any spacer shims fitted between motor body and attaching point.Eliminate starter motor noting spacers present, if any are there.To reinstall proceed knowing original positions of necessary shim(s).Now for 4WD Starter removal start by disconnecting the negative battery cable lift up jack stands under secure jack stands at the center of vehicle's rear axle assembly after raising its front end wheels off ground; thus enabling easier access.Remove left wheel (on 2.2L models) or right wheel (on 4.3L V6); this action is intended to make it easy for you when pulling out the component.Once again on two-point-two liter engines just slide off driveshaft towards its back.In certain early versions it may be necessary to raise engine/transmission using a transmission jack under transmission while removing transmission cross member for access to address simple bolts holding starter motor.However if provided with one, get rid of heat shield for starter wiring harness leading directly into solenoid switch.Insert wires coming from down under vehicle into terminals located on top of solenoid but still stay below nuts tightened against post threads.Slide out starter motor watching for shims or spacers if any are present.Install in reverse order of removal, making sure it is re-positioned in its original position and the shim is inserted between the engine block and the starter without removing.Correcting shimming remove the bell housing cover. At this stage, inspect flywheel or drive plate for abnormally worn areas, etc.Take a feeler gauge of round diameter with wire type leaves and determine distance from top of flywheel gear tooth to bottom of pinion tooth in starter from inside (not teeth tips) where clearance should be 0.01 to 0.06 inches.A starter whine usually indicates low clearance caused by too tight shimming.Worn pinion bearings also cause a whine during cranking.Loosen inner bolt slightly; then remove outer one before slipping spacer adjustment through narrow opening made outside engine block which separates it against crankshaft.So you see that installation removes only one additional spacer while retaining rest of them when applying because there was no need to separate motor upon lowering vehicle's entire weight down on its front wheels.

If the starter motor does not turn when the switch is operated, first check the shift lever (for automatic transmission) or clutch pedal (for manual transmission). Ensure the battery is charged and all cables are securely connected. If the motor spins but the engine does not crank, the starter motor may need to be replaced. If the solenoid clicks but the motor does not operate, the issue may be with the battery, solenoid contacts, or starter motor. If the solenoid plunger cannot be heard, it may be defective or there may be an open circuit. To check the solenoid, connect a jumper lead between the battery and "S" terminal. If the motor operates, the solenoid is fine. If not, remove the starter/solenoid assembly for testing and repair. If the motor cranks slowly, check the battery and terminal connections. If the engine is partially seized or has the wrong oil, it may crank slowly. To diagnose further, run the engine until normal temperature, then stop and disconnect the coil wire. Connect a voltmeter to the starter motor terminal and ground. Crank the engine and take voltmeter readings. A reading of 9 volts or more at normal cranking speed is normal. If the reading is less than 9 volts and the cranking speed is slow, the solenoid contacts may be burned.

The first step is to disconnect the cable from the negative terminal of the battery.

To check the solenoid, you can connect a jumper lead between the battery (+) and the "S" terminal on the solenoid. If the starter motor now operates, the solenoid is OK and the problem is in the ignition switch, neutral start switch, or in the wiring. If the starter motor still does not operate, you should remove the starter/solenoid assembly for disassembly, testing, and repair.

When suspecting a malfunction in the starting circuit, it's essential not to immediately attribute it to a faulty starter. Instead, perform a systematic inspection of various components and connections to identify the root cause. This is because several factors other than the starter can contribute to starting issues, and diagnosing the actual problem is crucial.

To install the new starter motor assembly, you should perform the installation in reverse order, ensuring that the starter mounting bolts are tightened to the specified torque.

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.

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.