TL L5-2451cc 2.5L SOHC MFI (1997)
Measure the brush length. If not within the service limit, replace the brush holder assembly.
Starter Brush Inspection
Brush Length
NOTE: To seat new brushes after installing them in their holders, slip a strip of #500 or #600 sandpaper, with the grit side up, over the commutator,
and smoothly rotate the armature. The contact surface of the brushes will be sanded to the same contour as the commutator.
Overrunning Clutch Inspection
1. Slide the overrunning clutch along the shaft. Does it move freely? If not, replace it.
Overrunning Clutch Inspection
2. Rotate the overrunning clutch both ways.
Does it lock in one direction and rotate smoothly in reverse? If it does not lock in either direction or it locks in both directions, replace it.
3. If the starter drive gear is worn or damaged, replace the overrunning clutch assembly: the gear is not available separately.
4. Check the condition of the torque converter ring gear if the starter drive gear teeth are damaged.
