NOTE: Disregard Step 1) when working on inertia drive models.

Disconnect link between lower solenoid terminal and starting motor yoke. Remove nuts securing solenoid unit. Remove solenoid from drive end bracket, being careful to disengage solenoid plunger from starter drive engagement lever.

Fig 1: Exploded View of Lucas Inertia Starter
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Remove metal band cover, hold back brush springs and remove brushes from their holders. Remove the two through bolts and remove commutator end bracket from yoke.
On inertia type starters, remove drive end bracket with armature and drive from yoke. If it is necessary to remove drive end bracket from armature, it can be removed after the drive is dismantled.
On all other models, extract rubber seal from drive end bracket. Remove nut securing eccentric pin on which drive engagement lever pivots and remove pin. Separate drive end bracket from armature and intermediate bracket assembly. Remove washer from end of armature shaft extension and slide assembly and engagement lever off shaft. Remove intermediate bracket retaining ring from armature shaft extension and slide bracket and brake assembly off shaft.

When to See a Mechanic

Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:

• You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.

• Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.

• The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.

• You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.

• You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.

Safety Warning

Starters - LUCAS: Overhaul: Disassembly