Starter Drive/Bendix: Adjustments

PINION GAP ADJUSTMENT
1. Disconnect field coil wire from M-terminal of magnetic switch.
2. Connect a 12 V battery between S-terminal and M-terminal.
3. Set the switch to "ON", and pinion will move out.

CAUTION: This test must be performed quickly (in less than 10 seconds) to prevent coil from burning.

4. Check pinion to stopper clearance (pinion gap) with a feeler gauge.

Pinion gap: 0.5 - 2.0 mm (0.020 - 0.079 in.)

Pinion Gap Adjustment:

5. If pinion gap is out of specification, adjust by adding or removing gaskets between magnetic switch and front bracket.