The starter is a motor that, when supplied with electricity from a vehicle’s battery, will engage the flywheel ring gear and crank the engine. When a driver turns the key to start the engine, the battery sends a small supply of electricity to the starter solenoid. In turn, the solenoid powers the motor which sends a gear to mesh with the ring gear on a vehicle’s flywheel. Depending on the vehicle, the starter may be a direct drive (DD), planetary gear (PLGR), permanent magnet gear reduction (PMGR), permanent magnet direct drive (PMDD), or offset gear reduction (OSGR). In a DD starter, components are attached in a line and run off the armature. A PLGR starter has a shaft that the armature uses and is good at increasing torque. A PMGR starter is similar to a PLGR starter except the PMGR starter uses permanent magnets instead of field coils. Similarly, PMDD starters are akin to DD starters except PMDDs use permanent magnets instead of field coils. Finally, OSGR starters do not run directly off the armature. No matter the type, each starter ultimately plays an essential role in powering a vehicle.
In addition to an inoperable engine, there are other factors that indicate a replacement is needed. If your starter is making a clicking sound that lasts momentarily or the crank is operating slowly, you may need to change your vehicle’s starter. We can look over your starter and review whether or not it is the culprit of current vehicular troubles. If you are unfamiliar with the type of starter your vehicle uses, we will help you find the right one for your vehicle make and model. Our goal is to get your vehicle running again.
We proudly service the Starter Replacement needs of customers in Oliver Springs, TN, Oak Ridge, TN, Clinton, TN, and surrounding areas.
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For over 30 years, Tri-County Tire & Service Center has been a leader in the Oliver Springs, TN region, providing quality auto repairs and name brands tires to customers throughout Oliver Springs TN, Oak Ridge TN, and Clinton TN. Our auto shop employs experienced and knowledgeable mechanics that get the job done right the first time. From extensive repairs such as electrical system repairs, brake repairs, diagnostics, and steering and suspension system repairs to preventative maintenance like oil changes, and TPMS adjustments. The repair services at Tri-County Tire & Service Center are next to none. Take this opportunity to browse our website and then stop by our auto shop in Oliver Springs, TN to schedule your next service!
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