Ford Manual
When removing the starter first remove the engine pan on the left-hand side of the engine and with a
screwdriver remove the four small screws holding the starter drive cover to the transmission cover. Upon
removing cover and gasket, turn the starter drive shaft around so that the set screw on the end of the shaft
is at the top. Immediately under the set screw is placed a lock washer, designed with lips or extensions
opposite each other. One of these is turned against the spring and the other is turned up against the side
of the screw head. Bend back the lip which has been forced against the screw and remove the set-screw.
As the lock washer will no doubt be broken or weakened in removing the starter, a new one must be used
when replacing it. Next, remove head and key and pull the starter drive assembly out of the housing,
being careful that the small key is not misplaced nor lost. Remove the four screws which hold the starter
housing to the transmission cover, and pull out the starter, taking same down through the chassis---this is
why it was necessary to remove the engine pan. Extreme care should be used in removing the starter
drive and other parts that none are misplaced nor l ost and that they are replaced in their former position.
In replacing the starter, be sure that the terminal connection is placed at the top. If the car is to be
operated with the starter removed, be sure to put the transmission cover plates in position. These plates
may be obtained from the nearest dealer.
How is the Starter Drive assembled to the Starting Motor?
Answer No. 134
When assembling the starter drive to the starting motor shaft, care must be used to see that the stop nut
or bearing which enters the mounting bracket on the starting motor is not too tight; also that the bearing
is in proper alignment with the bracket. The bearing should be oiled and then fitted so that it can be
turned readily with the fingers. If the bearing is too tight, it should be dressed down with an oil stone.
Too tight a fit will cause the bearing to freeze to the bracket, resulting in serious damage to the starter.
How is the Generator removed?
Answer No. 135
If it is found necessary to remove the generator, first take out the three cap screws holding it to the front
end cover and by placing the point of a screw-driver between the generator and front end cover, the
generator may be forced off the engine assembly. Always start at the top of the generator and force it
backward and downward at the same time. A plate may be obtained from the nearest dealer to place over
the opening in the time gear cover if the car is to be operated with the generator removed.
What should be done when replacing the Generator?
Answer No. 136
When installing the generator, the drive pinion must be properly meshed with the large time gear. The
generator bracket, that is, the section to which the generator is bolted is separate from the cylinder block
and the meshing of the generator driving pinion with the large time gear can be regulated by the use of
one or more paper gaskets between the bracket and the cylinder block. The bracket should rest tightly on
the crankcase gasket and line up with the face of the time gear case. If these gears are meshed too tightly,
a humming noise will result, also the generator shaft will be thrown out of alignment.
Can the Engine be run with the Generator disconnected from the
battery?
Answer No. 137
If for any reason the engine is run with the generator disconnected from the battery, as on a block test, or
when battery has been removed for repair or recharging, be sure that the generator is grounded by
running a wire from the terminal on generator to one of the dust cover screws in the yoke. Two strands
of shipping tag wire may be used for this purpose. Be sure that the connections at both ends of the wire
are tight. Failure to do this when running the engine with the generator disconnected from the battery
will result in serious damage to the generator. Never ground the generator through the cut-out.
What type of Battery is used?
Answer No. 138>/b>
The Ford Starting System uses a six-volt, three-cell Ford battery.
How are Hydrometer Readings taken?
Answer No. 139
