18. STARTING SYSTEM
18-3
Mongoose/KXR 250
STARTER MOTOR
REMOVAL
Remove the waterproof rubber jacket and
remove nut to disconnect the starter motor
cable connector.
Remove the two starter motor mounting
bolts and the motor.
DISASSEMBLY
Remove the two starter motor case screws,
front cover, motor case and other parts.
INSPECTION
Inspect the removed parts for wear, damage
or discoloration and replace if necessary.
Clean the commutator if there is metal
powder between the segments.
Check for continuity between pairs of the
commutator segments and there should be
continuity.
Also, make a continuity check between
individual commutator segments and the
armature shaft. There should be no
continuity.
Front Cove
Before removing the starter motor, turn
the ignition switch OFF and remove the
battery ground. Then, turn on the
ignition switch and push the starter
button to see if the starter motor operates
properly.
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Motor Case
Case Screws