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Old 07-07-2009, 01:52 PM
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anyone know if there are suppose to be starter shims on our starters, Mine is a 97 honda civic ex, get a grinding noise every once in awhile
 
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Old 07-07-2009, 06:36 PM
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No there are no shims used. With the starter removed, you can turn the engine by hand and inspect the flywheel gear for damaged teeth.
 
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