Yamaha TMAX 2020, Service Manual

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ELECTRIC STARTER
EAS30325
CHECKING THE STARTER MOTOR
1. Check:
• Commutator
Dirt

Clean with 600 grit sandpaper.
2. Measure:
• Mica undercut “a”
Out of specification

Scrape the mica to the
proper measurement with a hacksaw blade
that has been grounded to fit the commutator.
TIP
The mica of the commutator must be undercut to
ensure proper operation of the commutator.
3. Check:
• Armature assembly
a. Connect the digital circuit tester and check
the continuity.
b. If there is no continuity, replace the starter
motor.
4. Measure
• Brush length “a”
Out of specification

Replace the brush
holder set.
5. Measure:
• Brush spring force
Out of specification

Replace the brush
holder set.
6. Check:
• Gear teeth
Damage/wear

Replace the starter motor
assembly.
7. Check:
• Bearing
Damage/pitting

Replace the starter motor
assembly.
Mica undercut (depth)
0.70 mm (0.03 in)
Digital circuit tester (CD732)
90890-03243
Model 88 Multimeter with ta-
chometer
YU-A1927
G088986
Brush overall length limit
6.5 mm (0.26 in)
Brush spring force
6.02–6.51 N (614–664 gf, 21.69–
23.45 oz)
G088989