20. ELECTRIC STARTER MYROAD 700i
SERVICE INFORMATION
GENERAL
· Always turn the ignition switch to "OFF" before servicing the starter motor. The motor could
suddenly start, causing serious injury.
· The starter motor can be serviced with the engine in the frame.
· When checking the starter system, always follow the steps in the troubleshooting flow chart.
· A weak battery may be unable to turn the starter motor quickly enough, or supply adequate
ignition current.
· If the current is kept flowing through the starter motor to turn it while the engine is not cranking
over, the starter motor may be damaged.
TROUBLESHOOTING
· Check for the following before troubleshooting:
Loose battery and starter motor cable
Discharged battery
· The starter motor can turn with the following conditions:
Ignition switch ON
Engine stop switch in RUN
Rear brake lever fully squeezed
Side stand retracted
Starter switch pushed
Starter motor will not turn
Check for loose or poorly Abnormal ·Poorly connected battery terminals.
connected battery terminals
and opened or shorted battery ·Open or short circuit in battery.
cable.
Normal
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