Vehicles after change point in 1982
Remove starter - see 12 41 020.
Remove solenoid switch - see 12 41 041.
Unscrew dust cap (2).
Take off circlip (3), shims (4) and seal (5).
Installation:
Check axial play* of armature, correcting with shims if necessary.


* See Specifications
12 41 020
12 41 041

Unscrew housing bolts and take off cover.
Installation:
Align openings for housing bolts and insulator to each other.
Check bearing sleeve, lubricating with oil before installing.

Lift springs and pull out carbon brushes.
Remove holder.
Installation:
Check carbon brushes and commutator for wear, reparing if necessary - see
12 41 551.


12 41 551

Remove pole housing.
Unscrew engaging lever bolt and remove rubber seal.

Lift out armature with drive pinion and engaging fork.
Installation:
Lubricate guide for engaging fork with grease.
Check bearing sleeve in drive bearing bracket, lubricating with oil before installing.

Push back bearing race (1) with a piece of suitable pipe.
Pry circlip (2) apart and pull it off of the shaft.
Remove burrs with a file.
Take off drive pinion (3).
Installation:
Use new circlip (2).
Lubricate bearing surfaces for drive pinion with grease.

Installation:
Check pinion for wear (on teeth, bearings, oneway clutch), replacing if necessary.

Check sleeve in intermediate bearing, replacing if necessary.