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HOMESERVICE MANUALSCHEVROLET1998ASTRO VAN 2WD V6-4.3L VIN WREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISSTARTING AND CHARGINGDESCRIPTION AND OPERATIONSTARTING SYSTEMSYSTEM DESCRIPTION
1998 Chevrolet Astro Van 2WD V6-4.3L VIN W
System Description
1998 Chevrolet Astro Van 2WD V6-4.3L VIN WSECTION System Description
CRANKING CIRCUIT
The cranking circuit consists of the battery, the starter motor, the ignition switch, and related electrical wiring. There is a fusible link in the wire running from the starter solenoid to the generator. For more information on the cranking circuit.
STARTER MOTOR
The PG-260 starter motor achieves gear reduction at the rate of 5:1 through planetary gears. It's relatively small size and light weight offer improved cranking performance and reduced current requirements.
Solenoid windings are energized when the ignition switch is turned to the START position and the transmission is in the NEUTRAL or PARK. The plunger and shift lever movement causes the pinion to mesh with the engine flywheel ring gear, the solenoid main contacts to close, and the engine cranks. When the engine starts, the pinion overrunning clutch protects the armature from excessive speed until the key is released, at which time the plunger return spring causes the pinion to disengage. To prevent excessive overrunning, the key should be released immediately when the engine starts.
The cranking circuit consists of the battery, the starter motor, the ignition switch, and related electrical wiring. There is a fusible link in the wire running from the starter solenoid to the generator. For more information on the cranking circuit.
STARTER MOTOR
The PG-260 starter motor achieves gear reduction at the rate of 5:1 through planetary gears. It's relatively small size and light weight offer improved cranking performance and reduced current requirements.
Solenoid windings are energized when the ignition switch is turned to the START position and the transmission is in the NEUTRAL or PARK. The plunger and shift lever movement causes the pinion to mesh with the engine flywheel ring gear, the solenoid main contacts to close, and the engine cranks. When the engine starts, the pinion overrunning clutch protects the armature from excessive speed until the key is released, at which time the plunger return spring causes the pinion to disengage. To prevent excessive overrunning, the key should be released immediately when the engine starts.
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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.