Checking the flywheel and starter ring gear during the overhaul process
ENGINE
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OVERHAUL
FLYWHEEL AND STARTER RING GEAR
Flywheel - remove
1. Restrain flywheel and remove 6 bolts securing
flywheel.
2. Remove flywheel.
NOTE: Dowel located. On early engines,
balance weights were on engine side of
flywheel; replacement flywheels will have
balance weights on clutch side.
Flywheel and starter ring gear - inspection
1. Inspect flywheel face for cracks, scores and
overheating. The flywheel can be refaced
providing thickness does not go below
minimum.
Flywheel minimum thickness A = 39.93 mm
(1.6 in)
2. Inspect ring gear for worn, chipped and broken
teeth.
CAUTION: Do not attempt to remove
reluctor ring
3. Renew ring gear if necessary.