KYMCO Super 8 50 Service Manual page 174

16
. STARTING SYSTEM
STARTER MOTOR
REMOVAL
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Before removing the starter motor, turn
the ignition switch OFF and remove the
battery ground. Then, turn on the
ignition switch and push the starter
button to see if the starter motor operates
properly.
Remove the two starter motor mounting bolts
and the motor.
Remove the waterproof rubber jacket and
disconnect the starter motor cable connector.
DISASSEMBLY
Remove the two starter motor case screws,
front cover, motor case and other parts.
INSPECTION
Inspect the removed parts for wear, damage
or discoloration and replace if necessary.
Clean the commutator if there is metal
powder between the segments.
Check for continuity between pairs of the
commutator segments and there should be
continuity.
Also, make a continuity check between
individual commutator segments and the
armature shaft. There should be no continuity.
Bolts
Cable Clamp
Case Screws
Commutator
Super 8 50
Starter Motor Cable
Front Cover
Motor Case
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