Armature Inspection and Test
- Remove the starter (see page 4-8).
- Disassemble the starter as shown at the beginning of this procedure.
- Inspect the armature for wear or damage from contact with the permanent magnet. If there is wear or damage, replace the armature.
- Check the commutator (A) surface. If the surface is dirty or burnt, resurface with emery cloth or a lathe within the following specifications, or recondition with #500 or #600 sandpaper (B).

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- Check the commutator diameter. If the diameter is below the service limit, replace the armature.
Commutator Diameter
Standard (New):
28.0 mm (1.10 in.)
Service Limit:
27.0 mm (1.06 in.)
- Measure the commutator (A) runout.
- If the commutator runout is within the service limit, check the commutator for carbon dust or brass chips between the segments.
- If the commutator runout is not within the service limit, replace the armature.
Commutator Runout
Standard (New):
0.02 mm (0.001 in.) max.
Service Limit:
0.05 mm (0.002 in.)

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