Service Manual — page 375 of 715

Text on this page

CRANKSHAFT/TRANSMISSION 9-29
Starter Motor Clutch
Starter Motor Clutch Removal/Installation
• Refer to the Starter Motor Clutch Disassembly/Assembly.
Starter Motor Clutch Inspection
• Remove:
   Alternator Cover (see Alternator Cover Removal in the
     Electrical System chapter)
     Starter Idle Gear [A] and Shaft [B]

• Turn the starter motor clutch gear [A] by hand. The starter
  motor clutch gear should turn clockwise [B] freely, but
    should not turn counterclockwise [C].
    If the starter motor clutch does not operate as it should or
    if it makes noise, go to the next step.
•   Disassemble the starter motor clutch, and visually inspect
    the clutch parts.
    If there is any worn or damaged part, replace it.

                              NOTE
    ○Examine the starter motor clutch [A] gear as well. Re-
      place it if it worn or damaged.

Starter Motor Clutch Disassembly
• Remove:
   Alternator Rotor (see Alternator Rotor Removal in the
     Electrical System chapter)
•   Hold the alternator rotor with the flywheel holder [A].
    Special Tool - Flywheel Holder: 57001-1313
• Remove the starter motor clutch bolts [B].