Starting System & Charging System (STI): Starter: Disassembly

CAUTION: The starter should be placed through a no-load test whenever it has been overhauled.

Disconnect cable from terminal M (A) of the magnet switch assembly.
Remove the magnet switch assembly from the starter housing assembly.
Remove through bolts (A) and screws (B) on both sides, and remove the starter cover assembly.
Remove the yoke assembly and brush holder assembly as a unit.
Remove the two brushes wired to the yoke assembly, and separate the yoke assembly and the brush holder assembly.
NOTE: As shown in the figure, use a flat tip screwdriver, etc. to hold the brush spring and remove the brush.
Remove the armature from the internal gear assembly.
Remove the starter housing assembly (A) then remove the shift lever (B).
Use the following procedures to remove the overrunning clutch from the shaft.
1. Use an appropriate tool (such as a fit socket wrench), and remove the stopper from snap ring by lightly tapping the stopper with a plastic hammer.
2. Remove snap ring (A) from the shaft, and remove stopper (B).
3. Remove the overrunning clutch from the shaft.
Use the following procedures to remove the shaft.
1. Remove the starter plate, and remove the pinion gear.
2. Remove the snap ring from the shaft.
3. Remove the shaft from the internal gear assembly.