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Starter Drive/Bendix: Testing and Inspection

Pinion and Over-Running Clutch




- Inspect pinion for wear, damage or other abnormal conditions. Check that clutch locks up when turned in direction of drive and rotates smoothly in reverse direction. Replace if necessary.




- Inspect spline teeth for wear or damage. Replace if necessary. Inspect pinion for smooth movement.