Mitsubishi MOTORS Lancer 2004, Workshop Manual

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STARTING SYSTEM
ENGINE ELECTRICAL 16-19
STARTING SYSTEM
GENERAL INFORMATION
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If the ignition switch is turned to the "START"
position, current flows in the pull-in and holding coils
provided inside magnetic switch, attracting the
plunger, When the plunger is attracted, the lever
connected to the plunger is actuated to engage the
starter clutch.
On the other hand, attracting the plunger will turn on
the magnetic switch, allowing the "B" terminal and
"M" terminal to conduct. Thus, current flows to
engage the starter motor. When the ignition switch is returned to the "ON"
position after starting the engine, the starter clutch is
disengaged from the ring gear.
An overrunning clutch is provided between the pinion
and the armature shaft, to prevent damage to the
starter.
SYSTEM DIAGRAM
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Pull-in coil
Holding coil
Plunger
Lever
Pinion gear
Overrunning clutch
Yoke
Brush
Armature
Ignition switch
Battery
+
–
AB
B
M
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