Starters - MOTORCRAFT (AUTOLITE) Solenoid Actuated: Overhaul: Disassembly

1967 Ford Falcon Base, 2.8L Eng, Standard Trans, Trans Mfr CD 2.77SECTION Disassembly
  1. Disconnect copper strap from starter terminal on solenoid, remove retaining screws and solenoid from drive housing. Loosen retaining screw and slide brush cover band back on starter frame for access to brushes. Remove commutator brushes from holders (hold each spring away from brush with suitable hook while sliding brush out of holder).
  2. Remove through bolts, separate drive end housing, starter frame and end plate assemblies. Remove solenoid plunger and shift fork assembly.
    NOTE: If either plunger or fork is to be replaced, separate by removing roll pin.

    Remove armature and drive assembly from frame. Remove drive stop ring and slide drive assembly off armature shaft. Remove drive stop ring retainer from housing.

RENDER: 1.0x

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