Kawasaki STX-15F service manual Reduction Gear Removal/Installation, Reduction Gear Inspection

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM 14-31

Electric Starter System

Reduction Gear Removal/Installation

•Before removing the reduction gear, remove the magneto flywheel (see Engine Bottom End chapter).

•When installing the reduction gear, apply a molybdenum disulfide grease [A] to both ends of its shaft.

Reduction Gear Inspection

•Rotate the pinion gear [A] counterclockwise. The gear must be rotated freely [B].

•Rotate the pinion gear clockwise all the way. The pinion gear will be advanced along the reduction gear shaft, and stopped against the stopper [A].

•Release the pinion gear. The pinion gear must return to the initial position rapidly.

If the pinion gear does not function properly, replace it.

Electric Starter Circuit

1.Main Fuse 20 A

2.Ignition Switch