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HOMESERVICE MANUALSHYUNDAI2002XG350 BASEREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISELECTRICALSTARTERSBENCH TESTINGPINION GAP
2002 Hyundai XG350 Base
Pinion Gap
2002 Hyundai XG350 BaseSECTION Pinion Gap
CAUTION:
Perform pinion gap test in less than 10 seconds to prevent solenoid coil damage.
- Disconnect field coil wire from starter terminal "M" of solenoid. Connect remote starter switch between positive battery terminal and terminal "S" of solenoid. See Fig 1 . Connect jumper wire from negative battery terminal to terminal "M" of solenoid.
- Activate remote starter switch (maximum 10 seconds), and ensure pinion drive moves out. Using feeler gauge, measure clearance between pinion and stopper. Ensure clearance is within specification. See STARTER SPECIFICATIONS . Adjust clearance, if necessary, by adding or removing shims between solenoid and front bracket.
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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.