18. STARTING SYSTEM ATV 300/250 Rubber Jacket Bolts STARTER MOTOR REMOVAL Before removing the starter motor, turn the ignition switch OFF and remove the battery ground. Then, turn on the ignition switch and push the starter button to see if the starter motor operates l Remove the waterproof rubber jacket and remove nut to disconnect the starter motor cable connector. Remove the two starter motor mounting bolts and the motor. Front Cover Motor Case DISASSEMBLY Remove the two starter motor case screws, front cover, motor case and other parts. Case Screws Commutator INSPECTION Inspect the removed parts for wear, damage or discoloration and replace if necessary. Clean the commutator if there is metal powder between the segments. Check for continuity between pairs of the commutator segments and there should be continuity. Also, make a continuity check between individual commutator segments and the armature shaft. There should be no continuity. 18-3