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HOMESERVICE MANUALSOLDSMOBILE1997LSS V6-3.8L VIN KREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISSTARTING AND CHARGINGSTARTING SYSTEMSTARTER MOTORSERVICE AND REPAIRUNIT REPAIR (SD-255)SOLENOID REPLACEMENT
1997 Oldsmobile LSS V6-3.8L VIN K
Solenoid Replacement
1997 Oldsmobile LSS V6-3.8L VIN KSECTION Solenoid Replacement
SD-255 Starter Motor (Disassembled) Non Super Charged Engine:
When a "no crank and no sound" starter condition exists, check the solenoid before disassembling the starter. The solenoid can be checked without removal. Refer to "Cleaning, Inspection and Testing". Cleaning, Inspection and Testing
REMOVE OR DISCONNECT
1. Starter motor.
2. Screw at field strap.
3. Bolts from the solenoid.
4. Solenoid by rotating 90 degrees.
INSTALL OR CONNECT
1. Solenoid by rotating 90 degrees.
2. Bolts to the solenoid.
Tighten
^ Bolts to 6.5 N.m (60 lb. in.).
3. Screw at field strap.
Tighten
^ Screw to 8.5 N.m (75 lb. in.).
4. Starter motor.
RENDER: 1.0x
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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.