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HOMESERVICE MANUALSGMC1975MAGNAVAN 6.6L ENG VIN M, AUTOMATIC TRANSREPAIR AND DIAGNOSIS (SINGLE PAGE)ENGINE MECHANICALSTARTERS - DELCO-REMY ENCLOSED HOUSINGOVERHAULDISASSEMBLY
1975 GMC Magnavan 6.6L Eng VIN M, Automatic Trans
Starters - DELCO-REMY Enclosed Housing: Overhaul: Disassembly
1975 GMC Magnavan 6.6L Eng VIN M, Automatic TransSECTION Disassembly
- Disconnect field lead strap from solenoid by taking out terminal screw. Remove two through bolts, withdraw commutator end frame and field frame by pulling these parts off the armature. Remove thrust washer from commutator end of armature shaft.
- Pull out brush holder pivot pin and remove two brush holders and spring as an assembly. Remove brushes by taking out screws attaching leads and brushes to holder.
- Remove two solenoid attaching screws and remove solenoid from drive housing. To remove solenoid cover for switch inspection, remove nuts and insulating washers from solenoid "S" and "BAT" terminals, remove cover.
- Remove shift lever fulcrum bolt, remove shift lever, plunger, and return spring from end housing. Withdraw armature assembly. Remove thrust collar from pinion end of armature shaft.
- To remove drive assembly from armature shaft, install piece of correct size tubing over end of shaft and against pinion stop retainer, tap retainer toward armature to uncover snap ring. Remove snap ring from groove in shaft, then slide retainer and drive assembly off 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.