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Starter Noise

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CAUTION: Never operate starter for periods of more than 15 seconds. Excessive cranking can cause starter to overheat. Allow starter to cool for at least 2 minutes after each time operated.
NOTE: Always check flywheel ring gear for signs of damage.
  1. Start engine while observing noise from starter motor. If a noise other than a loud, siren-like "whoop" sound is heard after engine starts, go to next step. If a loud, siren-like "whoop" sound is heard after engine starts, check flywheel ring gear for chipped, missing or milled teeth. If flywheel is okay, go to step  4 . If flywheel is bent or teeth are damaged, replace flywheel. See appropriate AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION REMOVAL or MANUAL TRANSMISSION REMOVAL article in AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSIONS or MANUAL TRANSMISSIONS.
  2. If a noise other than a "rumble", "growl" or "knock" sound is heard as starter is coasting to a stop after starting engine, go to next step. If a "rumble", "growl" or "knock" sound is heard as starter is coasting to a stop after starting engine, go to step  4 .
  3. If a noise other than a high-pitched whine is heard while cranking engine, go to next step. If a high-pitched whine is heard while cranking engine, distance between starter pinion and flywheel is too small. Shim starter away from flywheel by adding shims one at a time and rechecking operation. Ensure starter-to-engine bolts are tightened correctly. See TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS  .
  4. Remove starter. See STARTER  under REMOVAL & INSTALLATION. Inspect starter motor bushings and clutch gear. Replace starter as necessary. During initial starter motor installation, shim(s) are not used. If shim(s) are present, install shim(s) in original location with replacement starter. Ensure starter-to-engine bolts are tightened correctly. See TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS  . If starter checks okay, check flywheel ring gear for chipped, missing or milled teeth. Replace flywheel as necessary. See appropriate AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION REMOVAL or MANUAL TRANSMISSION REMOVAL article in AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSIONS or MANUAL TRANSMISSIONS.
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