Safety Warning
DIY auto repair can cause serious injury, fire, or vehicle damage. These guides are for informational purposes only. Always follow OEM torque specs, wear PPE, and consult a certified mechanic if you are unsure. You are solely responsible for your safety.
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HOMESERVICE MANUALSACURA19983.5RL SPECIAL EDITIONREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISQUICK LOOKUPSCOMMON SPECS & PROCEDURESSTARTING SYSTEMSTARTERSTARTER SERVICE SPECIFICATIONS
1998 Acura 3.5RL Special Edition
Starter Service Specifications
1998 Acura 3.5RL Special EditionSECTION Starter Service Specifications
CRANKING TEST SPECIFICATIONS
| Application | Specification |
|---|---|
| Minimum Cranking RPM | 100 |
| Minimum Cranking Volts | 8 |
| Maximum Current Draw (Amps) | 400 |
STARTER NO-LOAD TEST SPECIFICATIONS
| Maximum Amps | Minimum RPM |
|---|---|
| 145 | 3300 |
STARTER PERFORMANCE TEST SPECIFICATIONS
| Application | (1) Maximum Amps @ Minimum RPM | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Starter | 80 @ 2600 | ||
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STARTER SPECIFICATIONS
| Application | Specification | |
|---|---|---|
| Brush Length | ||
| Standard | .71" (18 mm) | |
| Minimum | .39" (10 mm) | |
| Brush Spring Tension | 6.55-8.49 lbs (29.1-37.8 N) | |
| Commutator Diameter | ||
| Standard | 1.256-1.264" (31.9-32.1 mm) | |
| Minimum | 1.240" (31.5) | |
| Commutator Mica Depth | ||
| Standard | .020-.031" (.5-.8 mm) | |
| Minimum | .008" (.20 mm) | |
| Commutator Runout | ||
| Standard | 0-.002" (0-.05 mm) | |
| Minimum | .004" (.1 mm) | |
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- • You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- • Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- • The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- • You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- • You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.