Note: This step will require soldering material.
1. Remove the starter as described in Chapter 18 and clean it outside.
2. Remove two tie bolts and two short screws from the armature cover. Carefully remove the cover (photo). Remove the gasket washers from the anchor.
Loosen the starter bolts... | ... and short screws from the armature cover |
Removing the anchor cover
3. The brushes can now be removed from their holders one by one. To do this, lift the springs and pull out the brushes (photo). Measure the brushes and compare their length with the data in Specifications.
Pull back the brush spring... | ...and remove the brush |
4. Solder new brushes. Avoid getting solder on the wires, as this will weaken their flexibility.
5. Clean the switch with a soft cloth soaked in solvent.
6. Assembly is carried out in the reverse order.