Description & Operation

NOTE: This article also applies to Lexus LX450. For Lexus LX450, refer to Land Cruiser, unless otherwise indicated.

WARNING: Deactivate air bag system before performing any service operation. See appropriate article in the ACCESSORIES & EQUIPMENT section:

For Land Cruiser, see AIR BAG RESTRAINT SYSTEM .

For Lexus LX450, see AIR BAG RESTRAINT SYSTEM .

Vehicles use Nippondenso 4-brush, solenoid-actuated, reduction gear type starters, equipped with over-running clutches. The brush holder assembly retains 4 brushes and springs in the starter housing.

Reduction gear type starters contain an integral solenoid attached to drive housing, a reduction idler gear and bearing installed into starter housing, and a clutch drive assembly. The clutch drive assembly is mounted to starter housing and is driven by the reduction idler gear from armature shaft. The brush holder assembly retains 4 brushes and 4 springs in the end cover of field frame housing.