STARTER NOISE
| CAUTION | Never operate starter for periods of more than 30 seconds. Excessive cranking can cause starter to overheat. Allow starter to cool for at least 2 minutes after each time operated. |
- A high-pitched whine, heard while cranking (before engine starts), indicates excessive distance between starter pinion and flywheel. If high-pitched whine is heard after engine starts and key is released, distance between starter pinion and flywheel is too small. Pinion-to-flywheel clearance should be.020" (0.5 mm). (Scheme 7)
- If loud, siren-like "whoop" sound is heard after the engine starts, drive assembly is likely defective. If "rumble", "growl" or "knock" is present as starter is coasting to a stop after starting engine, starter armature is bent or unbalanced. NOTE: Check flywheel ring gear for damage.
- If diagnosis indicates pinion should be closer to flywheel, ensure proper starter motor was installed. During initial starter motor installation, shim(s) are not used. If shim(s) are present, remove as necessary.
- If diagnosis indicates pinion should be moved away from flywheel, add one shim. Consult manufacturer for required shim size. If condition is not corrected, another shim may be added. See «STARTER»(ref-58586-S22827715792001011700000) under REMOVAL & INSTALLATION.
Scheme 7
Note. For additional trouble shooting information, refer to the TROUBLE SHOOTING - BASIC PROCEDURES article in the GENERAL TROUBLE SHOOTING section.