Gear Reduction and Drive Group Disassembly Procedure

1. Remove the housing bolts.

IMPORTANT: Washers may stick to the bracket or to the driveshaft and clutch group as the bracket is removed. In either case, note the position and number of each of the washers.

2. Remove the armature support bracket.
3. Remove the washers.
4. Pry out the drive housing plug with a large screwdriver. Remove the plate.
5. Remove the shift lever nut, washer, and screw.

IMPORTANT: Do not remove the bushing plug or the bushing from the drive housing unless replacement is indicated. Refer to Starter Motor Inspection (SD Series) or Starter Motor Inspection (28-MT Series). Testing and Inspection

6. Remove the shift lever and driveshaft and clutch group from the drive housing together.
7. Separate the shift lever and driveshaft and clutch group.