19. STARTER SYSTEM MXU550EXi/MXU500i
SERVICE INFORMATION
GENERAL
· Always turn the ignition switch to "OFF" before servicing the starter motor. The motor could
suddenly start, causing serious injury.
· The starter motor can be serviced with the engine in the frame.
· When checking the starter system, always follow the steps in the troubleshooting flow chart
(page 19-2).
· A weak battery may be unable to turn the starter motor quickly enough, or supply adequate
ignition current.
· If the current is kept flowing through the starter motor to turn it while the engine is not cranking
over, the starter motor may be damaged.
· See section 20 for following components:
TM Ignition switch
TM Starter switch
TM Brake light switch
SPECIAL TOOL
Flywheel puller A120E00060
TORQUE
Starter pulley nut 5.5 kgf-m (55 N-m, 40 lbf-ft)
TROUBLESHOOTING
· Check for the following before troubleshooting:
Blown main fuse (30A) and sub fuse (15 A)
Loose battery and starter motor cable
Discharged battery
· The starter motor can turn with the following conditions:
Ignition switch ON
Engine stop switch in RUN (OFF ROAD)
Rear brake lever fully squeezed
Starter switch pushed
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