Suzuki VLR1800, Service Manual

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Starting System: 1I-6
Starter Motor Inspection
B822H11906004
Refer to “Starter Motor Disassembly and Assembly
(Page 1I-5)”.
Carbon Brush
Inspect the carbon brushes for abnormal wear, cracks or
smoothness in the brush holder.
If any damages are found, replace the brush assembly
with a new one.
Make sure that the length “a” is not less than 6.0 mm
(0.24 in). If this length becomes less than 6.0 mm (0.24
in), replace the brush with a new one.
Brush length “a”
Service limit: 6.0 mm (0.24 in)
Special tool
: 09900–20102 (Vernier calipers (1/20 mm, 200
mm))
Commutator
Inspect the commutator for discoloration, abnormal wear
or undercut “A”.
If the commutator is abnormally worn, replace the
armature.
If the commutator surface is discolored, polish it with
#400 sandpaper and wipe it using a clean, dry cloth.
If there is no undercut, scrape out the insulator (1) with a
saw blade.
Armature Coil
Measure for continuity between each segment. Measure
for continuity between each segment and the armature
shaft.
If there is no continuity between the segments or there is
continuity between the segments and shaft, replace the
armature with a new one.
Special tool
(A): 09900–25008 (Multi-circuit tester set)
Tester knob indication
Continuity set (
)
Bearing
• Check the bearing of housing end for damage.
If any damage is found, replace the housing end.
• Inspect the armature shaft bearing for abnormal noise
and smooth rotation. If there is anything unusual,
replace the armature assembly.
“ a ”
I831G1190065-01
1
“A”
I649G1190016-02
(A)
I822H1190014-01
I822H1190015-01
I822H1190041-01