Starting System - Starter Replacement
88buick02Bulletin 88-6D-2
Date MAR. '88
Ref.No. 88-092-6D
Corp. Ref. No. 836406
SUBJECT: STARTER REPLACEMENT
MODELS AFFECTED: EARLY BUILT 1988 REGALS
1988 Regals, built before VIN J1400790, used a PMGR starter. This starter was replaced in production by a 5MT starter. The PMGR starter will not be serviced, and the 5MT will be used to service all vehicles. To replace the starter on an early built vehicle, use the following procedure:
1. Disconnect negative battery cable.
2. Remove A/C compressor brace.
3. Remove starter.
NOTICE: If vehicle is equipped with optional oil cooler (KC4), remove the oil filter to gain access to the starter. Replace the filter if it is damaged during removal.
4. Disconnect wires from starter. Cut ring terminals off the two existing wires and discard. Replace the ring terminals with new terminals, Part Number 2962953 for large wire, and 2984756 for small wire. Place heat shrink tubing on wire, then crimp and solder terminal to wire. Use a heat gun to shrink the tubing in place over connection.
5. Replace existing positive battery cable with new Part Number 12072973.
6. Install new starter assembly, Part Number 10455023. Connect wires. Starter includes new terminal connector nuts.
7. Reinstall A/C compressor brace.
8. Reconnect negative battery cable.
WARRANTY INFORMATION
Labor Operation Number: T1304
Labor Time: .9 Hours
Trouble Code: 92