Briggs & Stratton 273521, 271172, 270962, CE8069 Volt Starters, Remove Starter Drive and Clutch

Remove Starter Drive and Clutch

1.Remove E-ring (A, Figure 20).

2.Remove three screws (B) holding gear cover.

3.Lift clutch assembly and gears from shaft.

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Install Starter Drive and Clutch

1.Slip pinion (A, Figure 21) on motor shaft.

2.Add approximately 3/4 ounce of Briggs & Stratton Grease #100059 under drive gear end and on gear teeth.

3.Using new gasket, install clutch assembly to shaft and align pinion with drive gear.

4.Install three screws and torque to values listed in Section 12 - Engine Specifications.

5.Install E-ring.

NOTICE: Do not oil the pinion gear or helix.

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12 Volt Starters

Check Starter Drive and Clutch

When starter switch is activated, pinion gear should engage the ring gear and crank engine. The clutch should not slip during engine cranking and pinion gear shouldn’t bind on the helix. NOTE: Do not oil the pinion gear or helix.

1.Remove the starter from the engine.

2.Using a mild solvent, clean the drive and clutch assembly, then dry with compressed air.

3.Inspect for damaged parts and replace if necessary.

4.Install starter on engine and test for proper operation.

5.If the clutch slips or if the pinion gear binds on the helix, replace the entire starter drive assembly using the following procedures.

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Figure 23

Disassemble Starter Drive - C-Ring Retainer

1.Using C-Ring Removal Tool #19522, remove and discard old C-ring (Figure 23).

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