Section 2 (Starter): Description
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Information for C43, CLK430, E430, E55 and ML55 is not available.
Starter is a brush-type, series-wound electric motor with an overrunning clutch. Field frame contains field coils and is enclosed by commutator/drive bushing end frame, which carries pole shoes. A splined armature shaft carries drive assembly.