Kawasaki FE350 Automobile Parts User Manual


 
DISASSEMBLY, REASSEMBLY, INSPECTION, AND MAINTENANCE 3-23
Starter System
Connect lead [B] to terminal [C]. Set the measurement range of the
tester to R
1 , and connect it to the two terminals on the solenoid.
Turn the key switch to the START position to read the tester.
If the solenoid clicks once, the tester reads 0 , and the pinion gear
advances forward, the solenoid and the wiring are normal.
If the solenoid does not make a clicking sound, and the reading on
the tester is greater than 0
, the solenoid is defective and it must be
replaced.
If the solenoid clicks once and the reading on the tester is greater
than 0
, the solenoid is defective and it must be replaced.
Starter Motor Inspection
CAUTION
Make sure that there are no flammable substances in the work
area. Always keep the pinion gear of the starter motor away
from your body.
Disconnect the leads at the battery before removing the starter motor.
NOTE
First disconnect the negative [-] lead of the battery, followed by the
positive [+] lead, to prevent sparks from being created during the
operation.
Remove the starter motor from the engine.
Secure the starter motor on a vise.
NOTE
Be careful not to deform the starter motor when securing the starter
motor on a vise.
Connect the positive [+] lead of the battery to terminal [D] of the
solenoid.
Momentarily place the negative [-] lead of the battery in contact with
a non-painted area of the starter motor body.
If the pinion gear does not spin, repair or replace the starter motor.
Brush Overall Length Measurement
Measure the overall length of the brushes.
If the brushes are shorter than their service limit, replace them with
new ones.
Brush Overall Length Service Limit (minimum)
Sift Lever Type: P/N 21163-2089, 2095 6.0 mm (0.24 in)
Bendix Type: P/N 21163-2108 3.5 mm (0.14 in)
Bendix Type: P/N 21163-2096 8.5 mm (0.33 in)