The VE Commodore starter motor is a key component in your car, but it’s also easy to overlook. The starter motor is the part that gets your engine moving when you turn the key and activate it. Over time, like any other mechanical device, it can begin to wear out and need replacing. The good news is that starter motors are generally very affordable – especially compared to some of the other parts inside your vehicle!
What is a starter motor?
The starter motor is the component that starts your car. It’s a small electric motor connected to the battery and can be accessed from under the bonnet. The starter motor turns over an engine by pulling it into motion through its pistons, which are powered by high-voltage electricity supplied by an electromagnetic field created by permanent magnets in each of its poles (or “arms”).
The purpose of this mechanism is to provide enough torque on demand so as not only to start but also keep running at speed once started up again if required–for example, after coming off idle whilst driving or when coming off idle when starting again after being stopped at traffic lights etcetera.
What does it do?
The starter motor is the component that gets a car going. It’s responsible for cranking over your engine and starting it up, so you can drive off into the sunset with your significant other or tow your boat out of storage. The starter motor is powered by electricity from both an alternator and battery, which means there are two different ways it can fail: either it won’t provide enough power to start the engine, or it’ll provide too much and burn out the starter itself (or both!).
The most common reason a car won’t start involves problems with either one of these sources of power–either they need to work at all, or they work too well! The first scenario happens when there isn’t enough juice flowing through the system; this could be caused by dead batteries or dirty connections between them and other components like relays. If you have multiple batteries installed in parallel instead of series (which we recommend), then having only one working will mean no power reaches anything else besides lighting systems since each battery only provides about half as much voltage as two together would give out.
How does it work?
- How does it work?
The starter motor is responsible for turning over your engine, which starts up the car. It’s connected to a relay that sends power from your battery through the starter motor relay and into your flywheel. That high voltage spins up the flywheel until it reaches sufficient speed to engage with its counterpart on the transmission shaft–and voila! Your car is running again.
- Where does it go? The Commodore starter motor is located between two brackets near where they meet at an angle (see photo). You may need to remove some bolts or other fasteners before removing this piece completely from its mounting points; consult your owner’s manual if you’re unsure about how best to do this safely without damaging anything else in proximity.
Why does my starter motor fail?
The starter motor is a mechanical device subject to wear and tear. When you think about it, it’s unsurprising that the starter motor fails. It’s a high-voltage device that can produce high torque for short periods–and those are two things that tend to shorten their lives!
The fact is, most cars have one or more motors in them. In addition to the main engine itself, there may be an alternator (to provide electrical power), an air conditioning compressor (if you have air conditioning), and even an automatic transmission fluid pump (if your car has an automatic transmission). All these devices need electricity to operate; they all depend on their respective motors for power.
So what happens when these parts go out? Well…you want them to stay out while driving! Fortunately for us humans who drive cars every day, some professionals know how everything works inside our vehicles’ engines and transmissions so we don’t have worry too much about these things ourselves
Signs of failure in a Commodore starter motor
Signs of failure in a Commodore starter motor- No power going to the starter motor.
- Starter motor not turning over.
- Starter motor not engaging.
- Grinding or whirring sounds from the starter motor as it attempts to turn over but can’t engage with the flywheel.
When should you have your starter motor replaced?
If you are experiencing any of the following problems, it’s time to replace your starter motor.
- If the starter motor isn’t working or makes strange noises when you try to start the car.
- If you’re having trouble starting your VE Commodore.
- If warning lights on the dashboard indicate something is wrong with your starter motor (such as an electrical fault or overheat).
In addition to these symptoms of a faulty starter motor, if water or other fluids have entered into its housing then this will also require replacement immediately because it can cause serious damage not only to other components within your engine bay but also cause corrosion which may lead to further issues down the road such as overheating under heavy load conditions like driving up steep hills at high speeds while trying desperately not get stuck behind slow moving traffic jams where everyone else seems determinedly unwilling
The VE Commodore is a great car if you know how to care for it
The VE Commodore is a great car if you know how to care for it.
- Check the condition of your starter motor regularly. If it is not working properly, immediately replace it by a qualified mechanic or auto shop. Replacing this part will be cheaper than paying for an expensive tow truck ride and repair bill later on down the road!
- Maintain your vehicle by keeping up with regular maintenance schedule, including changing oil filters every three months (or as directed in owner’s manual), changing air filters every year or so if needed (again as directed in owner’s manual), checking fluid levels such as coolant hoses and brake fluid reservoirs once per month (more often during hot weather). Also make sure tires are inflated properly according to manufacturer specifications listed on placard inside driver door jamb area near passenger seat headrest position – usually between 32 psi front tires/rear tires 36 psi max pressure recommended–this keeps them from losing traction easily when driving fast corners at speed limits over 65 mph which could result dangerous situations such as skidding out control loss due acceleration then braking quickly without warning signals given beforehand since most drivers don’t realize what happens until after impact occurs causing serious injuries or death from hitting another vehicle head-on because they missed noticing small signs while focusing too much attention elsewhere
The VE Commodore’s starter motor differs from the earlier models in some ways
The VE starter motor differs from the earlier models in some ways. It’s smaller and lighter, with a plastic housing and solenoid coil instead of metal. These changes are due to the advances made in electronics and materials technology over the years.
The VE starter motor can be identified by its size: it’s about half as thick as an earlier model, and only slightly wider than one inch (2 cm).
It can be hard to tell if you have a broken starter motor or a faulty connection.
The first step to diagnosing a faulty starter motor is to check the battery and cables. If you have recently replaced your battery or cables, and they’re less than a year old, likely, they are fine. The other components of your electrical system should be checked as well.
- Starter Motor Relay: This is located under the hood near where you connect your jumper cables. It can sometimes become faulty due to corrosion or age–if this is the case, replace it with an aftermarket part from eBay or Amazon (GM has discontinued it).
- Ignition Switch: Remove one of your spark plugs and touch it against metal on top of engine block (or any grounded surface). This will help determine whether there’s power reaching coil pack when key is turned on but no start attempt being made by starter motor solenoid coil pack assembly module (part number 5186062). If there isn’t enough voltage present, something else may need attention before proceeding further down rabbit hole…”
Servicing Your Commodore Starter Motor
The first step to servicing your starter motor is determining how often you need to replace it. The average lifespan of a stock Commodore starter motor is 50,000km or 2 years and 8 months, although this can vary depending on driving conditions and the age of the vehicle.
To replace the starter motor yourself:
- Buy a new one at your local auto parts store; they’re not cheap but reliable! Please make sure it’s compatible with your particular model of Commodore (there are different types). Then grab some tools like pliers, screwdrivers and socket wrenches before heading there so you can get everything set up right away when you get home with your new purchase.
- Open up your bonnet (hood) by releasing its latches from underneath each side panel at front corners where two rubber flaps meet metal edges near bottom edge where hinges attach them – these should be easy enough for anyone who knows how cars work; otherwise look online for instructions on how exactly this works because sometimes things aren’t as obvious as we hope them
Why is a Starter Motor Important?
A starter motor is an integral part of your car’s engine. It turns the engine over, which means it starts turning gasoline into energy that powers your vehicle. Without a starter motor, you can’t drive your car–and it would be not easy to start up at all.
The starter motor is connected directly to the battery and ignition system on most cars; when you turn on your ignition key (or push down on a button), these two systems work together seamlessly during startup and shutdown processes.
Which Starter Motors are available for the VE Commodore?
The starter motor is the most important part of your car. If it goes, you can’t start the engine and get going.
The VE Commodore has been around since 1998 and many different starter motors are available for it. The one you need to get depends on whether or not your car has an electronic ignition system or a distributor less ignition system (DIS).
If you have an electronic ignition system, we recommend using this part number: [STARTER MOTOR]. It will fit right into place without any modification needed whatsoever! Alternatively, if it doesn’t fit, try one of these other options: [STARTER MOTOR] or [STARTER MOTOR].
The Effect of Voltage on a Starter Motor’s Power!
The voltage of a starter motor is affected by the condition of its battery and electrical system. As time passes, batteries lose their ability to hold charge and may deteriorate. This can cause lower voltages than normal.
- Starter motors themselves can also lose power over time, meaning that if you replace your old starter motor with a new one, it may not work as well as expected because it’s not as powerful as an older version would have been.*Finally, if there are problems with other components in your car’s electrical system (such as fuses), this will affect how much power is available for starting purposes.*
FAQs
Q: What is a starter motor?
A: The starter motor is an electric device that is used to start your car. It’s located under the bonnet and connected to your battery by cables. When you turn your key in the ignition, electricity flows from the battery through these cables into the solenoid (which opens up) and then out through another wire that goes directly into your engine block. This causes current flow through all of its components so they operate as they should while starting up your engine.
Q: How does it work?
A: A Commodore starter motor consists of three parts: electromagnet coil assembly; armature plate; flywheel housing cover with integrated bearing support bracket
Conclusion
So, there you have it. If you want to learn more about the Commodore starter motor, we hope this article has helped. We know that many of our readers are passionate about their cars and trucks and we enjoy sharing in that passion with them!
