Suburban 3/4 Ton 4WD V8-305 5.0L (1986)
Starter Motor: Testing and Inspection
Fig. 7 Connections for checking free speed of motor
FREE SPEED CHECK
With the circuit connected as shown in Fig. 7, use a tachometer to measure armature revolutions per minute. Failure of the motor to perform to
specifications may be due to light or dry bearings, or high resistance connections.
PINION CLEARANCE
There is no provision for adjusting pinion clearance on this type motor. When the shift lever mechanism is correctly assembled, the pinion clearance
should fall within the limits of .010 to .140 inch. When the clearance is not within these limits, it may indicate excessive wear of the solenoid linkage or
shift lever yoke buttons.
Fig. 8 Connections for checking pinion clearance
