STARTING SYSTEM — STARTER Inspection (Armature, Overrunning Clutch, Internal/Planetary Gears)
G-42prose procedureCommutator runout maximum and segment groove depth differ between B6-DOHC and K8-DOHC; commutator minimum diameter differs across B6 DOHC, K8 DOHC (MTX), K8 DOHC (ATX). Internal/planetary gear inspection applies to K8 DOHC MTX.
Armature (continued)
- 3Place the armature on V-blocks, and measure the runout with a dial indicator. If the runout exceeds the maximum, repair it with a lathe or replace the armature.
- 4Replace the armature if the outer diameter of the commutator is almost at or less than the minimum.
- 5If the commutator surface is dirty, wipe it with a cloth; if it is rough, repair it with a lathe or fine sandpaper.
- 6Measure the segment groove depth. If the depth of the mold between segments is almost at or less than the minimum, undercut the grooves to the standard depth.
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Runout | 0.05mm {0.002 in} |
| Runout MaximumK8-DOHC | 0.1mm {0.004 in} |
| Runout MaximumB6-DOHC | 0.4mm {0.015 in} |
Runout
0.05mm {0.002 in}
Runout MaximumK8-DOHC
0.1mm {0.004 in}
Runout MaximumB6-DOHC
0.4mm {0.015 in}
Commutator minimum diameter
Minimum diameter mm {in}
B6 DOHC27.0 {1.07}
K8 DOHC (MTX)28.8 {1.14}
K8 DOHC (ATX)31.4 {1.24}
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Segment groove depthB6-DOHC | 0.4-0.8mm {0.02-0.03 in} |
| Segment groove depthK8-DOHC | 0.4-0.6mm {0.016-0.023 in} |
| Segment groove depth Minimum | 0.2mm {0.008 in} |
Segment groove depthB6-DOHC
0.4-0.8mm {0.02-0.03 in}
Segment groove depthK8-DOHC
0.4-0.6mm {0.016-0.023 in}
Segment groove depth Minimum
0.2mm {0.008 in}
Overrunning Clutch
Turn the pinion shaft by hand and hold the overrunning clutch. Replace the overrunning clutch if the pinion turns in both directions or in neither direction.
CAUTION
Using cleaning fluids or a steam cleaner to clean the overrunning clutch can dissolve the grease in its sealed bearing.
Internal Gear and Planetary Gears (K8 DOHC MTX)
- 1Internal gear: Check for wear or damage. Replace if necessary.
- 2Planetary gears: Check for wear or damage. Replace if necessary.