Pinion Jump-Out
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2002 Isuzu Trooper. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
Connect the (+) cable of battery to the (S) and the (-) cable to the terminal (M). Turn the switch on, and measure pinion travel dimension in trust direction from the jump-out position. In measuring the dimension, pull the pinion out a little in the arrow direction. See Fig 1 . If the measure values is out of standard, insert dust cover, or disassemble and adjust. See STARTER SPECIFICATIONS .