Service Manual

8-18 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Starter System
Starter Motor Assembly
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Assembly is the reverse of disassembly.
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Apply a small amount of grease to the armature shaft [A].
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Press the springs and holding the brush leads with suitable clips.
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Fit the brush assembly [A] into the armature [B].
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Fit the projection [C] on the brush assembly into the notch [D] in the
yoke.
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Check the cap and replace it with a new one if damaged.
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Install the brush plate and tighten the through bolts as shown.
2
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~12
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[A]
Torque - Starter Motor Through Bolt: 3.9 N 1 m (0.40 kgf
1 m, 35 in 1 lb)
Starter Motor Brush Inspection
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Measure the overall length of each brush [A].
If the brushes are shorter than the service limit, replace them.
Brush Length
Service Limit 4.0 mm (0.157 in.)
Brush Spring Inspection
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Inspect the brush springs for pitting, cracks, rusting and burrs.
Replace the spring if necessary.
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Inspect the springs for weakened conditions and distortion.
Replace the springs if necessary.
If the brush springs are able to press the brushes firmly into place,
they may be considered serviceable. If they cannot, replace them.