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1999 Buick Lesabre Repair Question


Topics covered: Starter, Engine, Flywheel.
Mileage: 140,000 miles.

Asked on November 15, 2011

I just put on a starter. the last one had a broken piece on the end. then i started the car, and guess what, this 2nd one broke! help!?

The nose of the starter broke. then the 2nd one broke! augh!

Avatar Asked by SharonK

Answer

Replied on November 15, 2011

Make sure the starter is fully seated and tight. If there were shims on the original starter, make sure to use them. Finally, make sure the flywheel is tight and not damaged and the engine is free to turn.

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