Rodeo LS 4WD V6-3.2L (1998)
Starter Motor: Service and Repair
Inspection and Repair
Repair or replace necessary parts it extreme wear or damage is found during inspection
Armature
Measure the outer diameter of commutator, and replace with a new one if it is out of the limit.
Standard: 33.0 mm (1.30 in)
Limit: 32.0 mm (1.26 in)
Check for continuity between commutator and segment. Replace commutator if there is no continuity (i.e., disconnected).
Check for continuity between commutator and shaft. Also, check for continuity between commutator and armature core,armature core and shaft. Replace
commutator if there is continuity (i.e., internally grounded).