Adjust ReadyStart® Choke Link
Perform this adjustment while the engine is cold.
1. Using pliers, bend adjusting loop (M,
Figure 1-11) on choke link (N) until choke
lever gap measures 0.000 - 0.060 in.
(0.000 - 1.52 mm). When properly
adjusted, the choke plate will be fully
closed. Reshape wire to keep it parallel
(P) after adjusting loop.
Figure 1 - 11
Adjust Armature Air Gap
1. Disconnect spark plug boot
(A, Figure 1-12) and secure away from
spark plug.
2. Loosen screw (B) and stud (C).
3. Slide armature (D) away from flywheel.
4. Tighten stud to secure armature.
5. Line up flywheel magnets (E) with
armature.
6. Insert a strip of gauge material (F)
between flywheel magnet and both legs of
armature.
7. Loosen stud and allow magnet to pull
armature against gauge (G).
8. Tighten fasteners and torque to values
listed in Section 12 - Engine
Specifications.
9. Rotate flywheel to remove gauge.
Figure 1 - 12
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