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Chrysler — Starter Pinion Adjustment

Adjustments

From a Chrysler operator's manual covering: IND. 30, IND. 31, IND. 32, IND. 33, IND. 908A, IND. 931. Check it applies to your exact model before use.

Procedure

  1. Remove starter from engine.
  2. Detach strap connecting solenoid to starting motor terminal.
  3. Connect battery to starter frame and solenoid battery terminal.
  4. Connect jumper wires to energize solenoid.
  5. Push in on solenoid plunger link until plunger bottoms.
  6. Measure clearance between pinion and pinion stop ring.
  7. Clearance should be .078 to .125 inch.
  8. If not, remove cotter pin and link pin and turn plunger stud in or out.

Tools required

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Specs & values

  • .078 to .125 inch clearance

Source: Chrysler operator's manual. Steps and values are as documented; always cross-check against the official manual and any later revisions for your exact serial number before servicing.

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