Starter Motor

Check Pinion Clearance

1.With motor lead disconnected from solenoid, connect 12 volt battery to solenoid “S” terminal and drive housing. 2.Momentarily flash a jumper lead from solenoid

“M” terminal to drive housing. Pinion will shift into crank position.

3.Push pinion back to take up any movement, and check clearance between pinion and retainer with a feeler gauge. The clearance should be 0.010 and 0.160 in. 4.Clearance is necessary to prevent wear on drive collar during cranking. Clearance is not adjustable. If not within limits, check for improper assembly or for worn parts.

Fuel System - Gasoline (Units built before 01/01/2004) Removal and Installation

Removal steps

1. Nut 2. Washer - Spring 3. Washer 4. Seal - Oil 5. Hose 6. Bolt 7. Horn - Air 8. Bolt 9. Pipe - Fuel 10. Hose 11. Hose 12. Carburetor 13. Gasket 14. Nut 15. Hose 16. Hose 17. Adapter 18. Gasket - Adapter 19. Cable 20. Lever 21. Bracket 22. Motor - Step 23. Bracket - Motor

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Fuel Pump and Fuel Hose (Units built before 01/01/2004) Removal and Installation

Precautions for Installation

• Install the fuel pump filter side bottom. • Put in the fuel hose securely to the nipple or joint, clamp it, and make sure that no fuel leaks. • Fasten the fuel hose securely to prevent it from being damaged by vibrations and touching any rotating or hot part.

NOTE

This manual only covers the fuel system supplied on units built before 01/01/2004. See fuel system supplements for units built after 01/01/2004.