Figure 4-10. Test circuit for pinion clearance check.

TM 10-3930-630-34

Figure 4-10. Test circuit for pinion clearance check.

Figure 4-11. Measuring pinion clearance.

(3) Momentarily touch a jumper lead (fig.

(6) Clearance must be 0.010 to 0.140

4-10) from solenoid motor terminal to starter frame.

inch (0.25 to 3.5 mm). If clearance is not within limits,

(4) This will shift drive assembly pinion

disassemble starter and replace drive assembly and/or

into cranking position. Push pinion back toward

commutator to eliminate slack in drive assembly.

c. Installation. Refer to TM 10-3930-630-12

(5) Measure the distance between pinion

and

install

starter

engine.

and pinion stop with a feeler gage (fig. 4-11) to obtain

pinion clearance.

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