Kawasaki Z1000SX - Service manual > Starter Motor Clutch

Starter Motor Clutch Removal/Installation

• Refer to the Alternator Rotor Removal/Installation in the Electrical System chapter.

Starter Motor Clutch Inspection

• Remove:
  Alternator Cover (see Alternator Cover Removal in the Electrical System chapter)
  Starter Idle Gear and Shaft
• Turn the starter motor clutch gear [A] by hand. The starter motor clutch gear should turn clockwise [B] freely, but should not turn counterclockwise [C].

  If the starter motor clutch does not operate as it should or if it makes noise, go to the next step.

• Disassemble the starter motor clutch, and visually inspect the clutch parts.

  If there is any worn or damaged part, replace it.

NOTE

• Examine the starter motor clutch gear as well. Replace it if it worn or damaged.

Starter Motor Clutch Disassembly

• Remove:
  Alternator Rotor (see Alternator Rotor Removal in the Electrical System chapter)
• Hold the alternator rotor with the flywheel holder [A].

  Special Tool - Flywheel Holder: 57001-1313

• Remove the starter motor clutch bolts [B].

• Remove:
  Starter Motor Clutch Housing [A]
  Starter Motor Clutch [B]

Starter Motor Clutch Assembly

• Install the starter motor clutch to the housing so that the flange [A] fit to the housing groove [B].
• Apply a non-permanent locking agent to the threads of the starter motor clutch bolts and tighten them.

  Torque - Starter Motor Clutch Bolts: 12 N*m (1.2 kgf*m, 106 in*lb)

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