FREE REPAIR MANUALS & LABOR GUIDES 1982-2013 Vehicles
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Starter Noise Diagnosis




Starter Noise Diagnosis

Circuit/System Testing

1. Remove the flywheel inspection cover.

2. Inspect the flywheel for the following:

* Loose flywheel bolts

* Chipped gear teeth

* Missing gear teeth

* Bent flywheel

If not within specifications, secure the flywheel bolts or replace the flywheel.

If all inspections were within specification, replace the starter motor.

Repair Instructions

* Fastener Tightening Specifications (LAF, LEA, or LUK) for the 2.2L and 2.4L engine

* Automatic Transmission Flex Plate Replacement for the 2.2L and 2.4L engine

* Fastener Tightening Specifications Fastener Tightening Specifications for the 2.8L, 3.0L, 3.2L, 3.6L engine

* Engine Flywheel Replacement for the 2.8L, 3.0L, 3.2L, 3.6L engine

* Starter Replacement (V6) Service and RepairStarter Replacement (LUK) Service and Repair