Subaru EX13 Service Manual page 76

Problem and check item
Motor idles and engine does not
Check engaged
run.
state of pinion and
ring gear.
If pinion and ring gear do not
engage with each other and
abnormal noise is heard between
end faces of pinion and ring gear,
check the starter pinion and ring
gear.
(3) Both starter Check if the rotation speed is
and engine run, normal or slow. If slow, check the
but the engine battery and engine oil viscosity.
does not start.
Description
RING GEAR PINION GEAR
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Remedy
(1) Remove and check the starter. Check
or replace the pinion clutch if
necessary.
(2) Check battery charged state and
battery terminal connection or
corrosion for any abnormality.
(1) Remove the starter and check pinion
and ring gear end faces. If worn,
replace the pinion and ring gear.
(2) In case of sliding fault of the pinion,
correct it.
(3) If shift lever or spring is deformed,
replace it.
(1) When the rotation speed is normal
Check the ignition system and fuel
system.
(2) When the rotation speed is slow
(a) Check the battery.
(b) Check the viscosity of engine oil. If
not normal, change the oil.
(c) If both (a) and (b) are normal
Remove and check the starter.