STARTING SYSTEM SERVICE MANUAL NUMBER 23
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Starter Solenoid
TESTING / REPLACEMENT
Pinion clearance must be checked after reassembly of starter motor.
1. Disconnect brush lead from solenoid motor and insulate it carefully.
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a-Brush Lead
2. Connect 12 volt battery positive (+) lead to battery terminal and negative (–) lead to
frame.
3. Momentarily touch a jumper lead from battery terminal to switch terminal. This shifts pin-
ion into cranking position where it will remain until battery is disconnected.
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4. Push pinion back toward commutator end to eliminate slack.
5. Measure distance between pinion and pinion retainer.
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