The starter is starting to weaken, it's time to replace it with a new one. Do not let it hang out when you feel it weakening, since when the starter breaks down you will no longer be able to launch the famous Citroen Traction 11. Here is a text to replace its starter and know its activity.change-starter-Citroen-Traction-11

What is the starter for my Citroen Traction 11 for?

A starter happens to be an electric motor inside the engine of the famous Citroen Traction 11. The latter extracts electricity from the battery to turn, and sends the impulse to the motor to start. In order to make sure that it is indeed a starter problem and nothing else, we suggest that you read the file on starting problems. Now that we've identified the problem, it's time to get to the heart of the matter.

How to change the starter on my Citroen Traction 11?

Before starting work, check that you have the necessary tools. For this procedure you will necessarily need a complete toolbox, a jack, a wire brush but also two candles.

Remove the old starter

So, if you want to do this operation, the most important thing will be to correctly visualize the positions, of the wires for example. Feel free to stamp them if necessary.

  • Disconnect the negative terminal of the battery of the famous Citroen Traction 11.
  • If accessing the starter from above is too complex, do not hesitate to use the jack stands to access it from below.
  • Disconnect all of the power supplies that are connected to the starter
  • Jack up under the engine when the engine sags slightly.
  • Disassemble all the fixings and remember the positions
  • Remove the starter
  • Recover the fixing frame, as it will not be systematically supplied with the starter to be fitted
  • Polish the pods that could be oxidized using your brush

Attach new starter

Once we have visualized the technique, it is pretty much enough to execute the maneuver in the other direction.

  • Examine the old starter of the famous Citroen Traction 11 with the new one in order to check if there are some dissimilarities of the fixing system, and this is not unusual.
  • Return the starter armature to its position
  • Install the brand new starter
  • Check that it is correctly on its base and screw
  • Connect the cables to the starter
  • Reconnect the negative terminal of your battery.

Here is. Now reassembling a starter on the famous Citroen Traction 11 is not magic for your eyes. Have a good trip, and leave us a comment if this little guide has made your job easier!