9.3. Starter Motor

either during driving off or from low speeds to higher speeds.

In the event of the alternator not charging properly it is certainly a first step to check that the drive belt is not stretched, cracked or defective.

The belt is adjusted by loosening the alternator adjusting link bolt and then moving the alternator towards the outside until the correct tension is obtained. Adjust as follows:

• Slacken the alternator mounting bolts and move the alternator towards the outside with normal hand pressure. Tighten the alternator bolts and check the deflection at the point shown by the arrow in Fig. 9.1. Approx. 1/2 of an inch is a fairly good adjustment, perhaps a little less. Tighten the adjusting strut bolt in this position.

9.3. Starter Motor

A 12 volt solenoid-operated starter motor with positive control, pre- engaged pinion type is fitted.

9.3.0. REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION

The starter motor can be removed from the clutch housing after the battery and the cables at the solenoid switch have been disconnected. The front of the vehicle should be placed on chassis stand to facilitate the access to the starter motor. The installation is a reversal of the removal procedure.

8.3.1. SERVICING

Starter motors are either manufactured by Valeo (Ducellier) or Bosch. Starter motors from Paris-Rhone are also fitted, again depending on the engine and equipment.

We recommend to fit an exchange starter motor if the original unit is no longer functioning. Various specialised companies are around and will always have a starter motor for your specific model. There are, however, two exploded views of two of the starter motors used.

10.4. Fuses

The fuse box contains up to 14 fuses, but it should be noted that different models have a different circuit layout. Your Owner's Manual will give you the protected circuits for you particular model.

Before replacing a fuse, it is necessary to trace the cause of the fuse failure and to rectify it. To check whether a fuse is burnt out, inspect the metal strip across the top of the fuse. There should be no break in the centre. If the metal strip is interrupted, fit a fuse of the same value. Fuses have values from 5 amps to as high as 30 amps. Never fit a fuse with a smaller value to a position where a fuse with a higher value should be situated, or visa versa. Fuses are colour-identified, but again there is no particular guide line. We recommend: If a fuse is required, take the old fuse to the parts department of your dealer. This way you will be assured to obtain the correct fuse for the circuit in question.