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HOMESERVICE MANUALSCADILLAC1996ELDORADO V8-4.6L VIN 9REPAIR AND DIAGNOSISSTARTING AND CHARGINGSTARTING SYSTEMSTARTER MOTORTESTING AND INSPECTIONNOISE DIAGNOSIS - DELCO-REMY STARTERS
1996 Cadillac Eldorado V8-4.6L VIN 9
Noise Diagnosis - Delco-Remy Starters
1996 Cadillac Eldorado V8-4.6L VIN 9SECTION Noise Diagnosis - Delco-Remy Starters
(Figure 1) Starter Motor Noise Diagnosis:
PROCEDURE
To correct starter motor noise during starting, use the following procedure:
1. Refer to Figure 1 to determine problem.
2. If diagnosis of noise on the vehicle indicates that the pinion should be closer to flywheel, check to make sure proper starter motor was installed. During initial starter motor installation, shim(s) are not used.
CAUTION: Never operate the cranking motor more than 30 seconds at a time without pausing to allow it to cool for at least 2 minutes. Overheating, caused by excessive cranking will seriously damage the cranking motor.
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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.