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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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1985 Buick LeSabre V8-350 5.7L DSL
Mitsubishi Starter
1985 Buick LeSabre V8-350 5.7L DSLSECTION Mitsubishi Starter
Fig. 1 Disassembled view of Mitsubishi starter.:
The Mitsubishi starter, Fig. 1,is a gear reduction starter that has the solenoid shift lever mechanism enclosed in the drive end housing to protect them from exposure to road dirt, icing conditions and splash. They also have an an overrunning clutch type drive. The overrunning clutch is operated by a solenoid switch mounted to a flange on the drive end housing.
The solenoid is attached to the drive end housing by two screws and is serviced as an assembly only.
These motors use sealed bearings at either end of the armature shaft and on the pinion shaft.
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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.