19. STARTER SYSTEM UXV 500
SERVICE INFORMATION
GENERAL
· Always turn the ignition switch to "OFF" before servicing the starter motor. The motor could
suddenly start, causing serious injury.
· The starter motor can be serviced with the engine in the frame.
· When checking the starter system, always follow the steps in the troubleshooting flow chart
(page 19-2).
· A weak battery may be unable to turn the starter motor quickly enough, or supply adequate
ignition current.
· If the current is kept flowing through the starter motor to turn it while the engine is not cranking
over, the starter motor may be damaged.
· See section 20 for following components:
TM Ignition switch
TM Starter switch
TM Brake light switch
SPECIAL TOOL
Flywheel puller A120E00060
TORQUE
Starter pulley nut 5.5 kgf-m (55 N-m, 40 lbf-ft)
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