OEM 2000 Chevrolet Prizm Starter

2000 Chevrolet Prizm Parts Questions & Experts Answers

• Q: What tools are required to service and repair the starter motor on 2000 Chevrolet Prizm?

  A: Starter motor service and repair requires these necessary tools: the required tools consist of dial indicator (J 8001), magnetic base (J 26900-13), vernier caliper (J 26900-5), tension scale (J 544-01), and digital multimeter (J 39200). Dial indicator (J 8001), magnetic base (J 26900-13), vernier caliper (J 26900-5), tension scale (J 544-01), and digital multimeter (J 39200). Start by removing the vehicle's Starter motor before removing the nut and solenoid wire from the solenoid assembly. First remove two through bolts from the field frame (with Armature) until it becomes separated from the solenoid assembly before taking out three bolts that hold the solenoid end cover. Check if the Starter solenoid plunger operates correctly before deciding if you need to replace it. Cut the drive housing loose from the solenoid assembly by unfastening the solenoid plunger and two mounting bolts. Ensure the overrunning clutch operates with no wear damage and maintains drive lock during forward rotation with reverse smooth motion. You must replace the clutch assembly when necessary. Check the overrunning clutch spline teeth for damage while carefully removing the idler gear along with its roller bearing from the drive housing because needle bearings could escape. A rawhide mallet should be used to tap the clutch and drive assembly at the pinion end while removing its return spring and clutch assembly. Check all components for damage as well as wear and replace parts such as clutch bearings and Armature bearings and the drive assembly bearings. Extract both screws, the end cover and o-ring from the field frame while throwing out the o-ring. Use a small screwdriver to hold back the brush spring before you can extract the brush from its holder. Disconnect all four brushes before you remove the brush holder as well as the Armature. Test the brush holder and springs for damage and corrosion before performing necessary component replacements. The cleaning process requires the removal of all components at terminals 30 and c from the solenoid assembly including nuts and wave washers and insulators and o-rings and bolts and contact plates and insulation paper to confirm proper inventory of intact parts.