Club 80-90 Forums

Hi all,

The starter motor has died on my van so I've got a new one from ebay which just arrived today.

However, I'm a bit worried it may not be the correct part - despite the ebay listing stating compatibility with the 1.6 TD JX that I have.

I've attached a photo of the solenoid from the new starter motor and would be grateful for the wisdom and experience of the board in confirming if this is the correct part or not.

I should state that I have very little - ok, none - experience in things mechanical and have not yet attempted to remove the defunct starter motor from my van to compare it with the new one but was hoping someone on here might be able to help from seeing the new motor's photo.

The reason I am unsure is that the new one looks to have fewer terminals than shown in an old workshop manual that came with the bus. The new starter motor does not have terminals to the ignition coil or from ignition/starter switch. So I either have the wrong manual or the wrong starter motor!

Also, assuming I have - or get - the correct starter motor, is taking the old one out and replacing with a new one an easy job or one someone with my level of mechanical experience and knowledge - willing but none - could tackle?!

Many thanks in advance.
Mike

The new starter motor:


The photo from the workshop manual:

You can relax, that is the right one, and replacing is okay just take your time. I changed mine a month or so ago, basically you can do it from the engine bay as long as you don't stress the clutch slave unit on the left side, it will move enough but just take care. I tried from underneath but was fed up with all the crap falling on me Also while you are there i would as many here have suggested move your earth strap (or add an additional) here at the same time. Good luck.

You don't have an ignition coil on a diseasel! - you have the wrong manual for the engine though it will cover a lot of the mechanical areas.

Told you I was not mechanically minded! Keen to learn though.

Appreciate the responses - thanks very much