Starter wiring

[Jbaer]

Just wanted to say thanks for everyones help. Very much appreciated.

 

[FrankieD61]

Can anyone explain what each wire does on the starter?

 

[HotWheelsBurban]

Can anyone explain what each wire does on the starter?

The little one comes from the ignition switch, and energizes the solenoid. That throws the Bendix gear drive into the flywheel/flexplate, and the battery cable(which is the big one) has made the starter motor turn. The unit grounds through the block, which is another reason why the starter motor needs to be properly mounted,with the correct bolts for the starter type, on a clean surface.

 

[GoToGuy]

Can anyone explain what each wire does on the starter?

Get the factory service manuals, download here on the forum, there free. Book one has all the knowledge you need. If you lookup starters in electrical section there is basic descriptions of starter operation. Wiring diagrams, connectors, ground locations, drawings, locations of wire routing.
Good luck.

 

[mary7654]

Get the factory service manuals, download here on the forum, there free. Book one has all the knowledge you need. If you lookup starters in electrical section there is basic descriptions of starter operation. Wiring diagrams, connectors, ground locations, drawings, locations of wire routing.
Good luck.

Are the service manuals still available .. do I need to be a paying member to get the free material

 

[df2x4]

Are the service manuals still available .. do I need to be a paying member to get the free material

Nope, they're free to all members. Here's a link to the thread.

https://www.gmt400.com/threads/88-98-service-manuals.43575/