Starter (For 1.3 Kw Type) Inspection

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  1. INSPECT STARTER ASSEMBLY

  2. INSPECT STARTER ARMATURE ASSEMBLY

  3. INSPECT STARTER COMMUTATOR END FRAME ASSEMBLY

  4. INSPECT STARTER CENTER BEARING CLUTCH SUB-ASSEMBLY

  5. INSPECT REPAIR SERVICE STARTER KIT

Starter (For 1.3 Kw Type) -- Inspection



1. INSPECT STARTER ASSEMBLY
CAUTION:
As a large electric current passes through the cable during this inspection, a thick cable must be used. Otherwise, the cable may become hot and cause injury.
NOTICE:
These tests must be performed within 3 to 5 seconds to prevent the coil from burning out.
  1. Mount the starter in a vise between aluminum plates.



  1. Perform a pull-in test.

    1. Remove the nut and disconnect the lead wire from terminal C.



    2. Toyota Rav4. Aca30, 33, 38 Gsa33 Zsa30, 35.3Zr-Fae Starting.Starting System (W/ Entry And Start System).Starter (For 1.3 Kw Type)  Inspection
    3. Connect the battery to the starter as shown in the illustration. Then check that the clutch pinion gear moves outward.

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      *1
      Terminal 50
      *2
      Terminal C
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      Moves Outward
      If the clutch pinion gear does not move, replace the repair service starter kit.


  1. Perform a holding test.



      Toyota Rav4. Aca30, 33, 38 Gsa33 Zsa30, 35.3Zr-Fae Starting.Starting System (W/ Entry And Start System).Starter (For 1.3 Kw Type)  Inspection
    1. Disconnect the negative (-) terminal lead from terminal C with the condition specified in the pull-in test above being maintained. Check that the pinion gear remains out.

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      *1
      Terminal C
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      Disconnect
      If the clutch pinion gear moves inward, replace the repair service starter kit.


  1. Inspect the clutch pinion gear return.



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    1. Disconnect the negative (-) terminal lead from the starter body. Check that the clutch pinion gear returns inward.

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      Disconnect
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      Returns Inward
      If the result is not as specified, replace the repair service starter kit.


  1. Perform an operation test without load.

    1. Connect the lead wire to terminal C with the nut.

      Torque:
      10 N*m{102 kgf*cm, 7 ft.*lbf}


    2. Toyota Rav4. Aca30, 33, 38 Gsa33 Zsa30, 35.3Zr-Fae Starting.Starting System (W/ Entry And Start System).Starter (For 1.3 Kw Type)  Inspection
    3. Connect the battery and an ammeter to the starter as shown in the illustration.

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      *1
      Terminal 30
      *2
      Terminal 50
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      Connect
    4. Check that the starter rotates smoothly and steadily while the pinion gear is moving out. Then measure the current.

      Standard current:
      90 A or less at 11.5 V
      If the result is not as specified, replace the starter assembly.


2. INSPECT STARTER ARMATURE ASSEMBLY
  1. Check the commutator for dirt and/or burns on the surface. If the surface is dirty or burnt, correct it with sandpaper (No. 400) or a lathe.
    If necessary, replace the starter armature assembly.



  1. Inspect the commutator for an open circuit.



      Toyota Rav4. Aca30, 33, 38 Gsa33 Zsa30, 35.3Zr-Fae Starting.Starting System (W/ Entry And Start System).Starter (For 1.3 Kw Type)  Inspection
    1. Measure the resistance according to the value(s) in the table below.

      Standard Resistance:
      Tester Connection
      Condition
      Specified Condition
      Segment - Segment
      Always
      Below 1 Ω
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      *1
      Segment
      If the result is not as specified, replace the starter armature assembly.


    Toyota Rav4. Aca30, 33, 38 Gsa33 Zsa30, 35.3Zr-Fae Starting.Starting System (W/ Entry And Start System).Starter (For 1.3 Kw Type)  Inspection
  1. Inspect the commutator for a short circuit.

    1. Measure the resistance according to the value(s) in the table below.

      Standard Resistance:
      Tester Connection
      Condition
      Specified Condition
      Segment - Coil core
      Always
      10 kΩ or higher
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      *1
      Coil Core
      *2
      Segment
      If the result is not as specified, replace the starter armature assembly.


    Toyota Rav4. Aca30, 33, 38 Gsa33 Zsa30, 35.3Zr-Fae Starting.Starting System (W/ Entry And Start System).Starter (For 1.3 Kw Type)  Inspection
  1. Using a vernier caliper, measure the protrusion length.

    Standard length:
    3.1 mm (0.122 in.)
    Maximum length:
    3.8 mm (0.150 in.)
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    *1
    Length
    If the length is more than the maximum, replace the starter armature assembly.


3. INSPECT STARTER COMMUTATOR END FRAME ASSEMBLY


  1. Check the brush length.



      Toyota Rav4. Aca30, 33, 38 Gsa33 Zsa30, 35.3Zr-Fae Starting.Starting System (W/ Entry And Start System).Starter (For 1.3 Kw Type)  Inspection
    1. Using a vernier caliper, measure the brush length.

      Standard length:
      9.0 mm (0.354 in.)
      Minimum length:
      4.0 mm (0.157 in.)
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      *1
      Length
      If the length is less than the minimum, replace the starter commutator end frame assembly.


  1. Check the resistance.



      Toyota Rav4. Aca30, 33, 38 Gsa33 Zsa30, 35.3Zr-Fae Starting.Starting System (W/ Entry And Start System).Starter (For 1.3 Kw Type)  Inspection
    1. Measure the resistance according to the value(s) in the table below.

      Standard Resistance:
      Tester Connection
      Condition
      Specified Condition
      Positive (+) brush - Negative (-) brush
      Always
      10 kΩ or higher
      If the result is not as specified, replace the starter commutator end frame assembly.


4. INSPECT STARTER CENTER BEARING CLUTCH SUB-ASSEMBLY
  1. Check the gear teeth on the planet gears, and the internal gear and pinion gear of the center bearing clutch for wear or damage.
    If any of the gears is damaged, replace the starter center bearing clutch sub-assembly.



  1. Check the center bearing clutch pinion gear.



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    1. Hold the center bearing clutch, rotate the pinion gear clockwise and check that pinion gear turns freely. Try to rotate the pinion gear counterclockwise and check that it locks.

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      Free
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      Lock
      If the result is not as specified, replace the starter center bearing clutch sub-assembly.


5. INSPECT REPAIR SERVICE STARTER KIT


Toyota Rav4. Aca30, 33, 38 Gsa33 Zsa30, 35.3Zr-Fae Starting.Starting System (W/ Entry And Start System).Starter (For 1.3 Kw Type)  Inspection
  1. Check the plunger.

    1. Push in the plunger and check that it returns quickly to its original position.
      If the result is not as specified, replace the repair service starter kit.



  1. Check the resistance.



      Toyota Rav4. Aca30, 33, 38 Gsa33 Zsa30, 35.3Zr-Fae Starting.Starting System (W/ Entry And Start System).Starter (For 1.3 Kw Type)  Inspection
    1. Measure the resistance according to the value(s) in the table below.

      Standard Resistance:
      Tester Connection
      Condition
      Specified Condition
      Terminal 50 - Terminal C
      Always
      Below 1 Ω
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      *1
      Terminal C
      *2
      Terminal 50
      If the result is not as specified, replace the repair service starter kit.


    2. Toyota Rav4. Aca30, 33, 38 Gsa33 Zsa30, 35.3Zr-Fae Starting.Starting System (W/ Entry And Start System).Starter (For 1.3 Kw Type)  Inspection
    3. Measure the resistance according to the value(s) in the table below.

      Standard Resistance:
      Tester Connection
      Condition
      Specified Condition
      Terminal 50 - Repair service starter kit body
      Always
      Below 2 Ω
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      *1
      Terminal 50
      *2
      Repair Service Starter Kit Body
      If the result is not as specified, replace the repair service starter kit.