Starters - PRESTOLITE: Overhaul: Disassembly
- Remove link cover boot and disconnect solenoid link from shift lever. Disconnect solenoid by removing motor terminal nut and two solenoid retaining bolts.
- Remove two through bolts at commutator end head, remove end head and field frame assembly. Take out shift lever pivot pin, remove shift lever and boot. Remove armature and drive assembly from drive housing. Remove thrust washers from end of armature shaft.
- To remove drive assembly from armature shaft, install suitable tool over armature shaft against pinion stop retainer, tap retainer towards armature to uncover snap ring, remove snap ring from shaft groove and slide retainer and drive assembly off armature shaft.