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Drive Pinion Test

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Remove starter from vehicle. See STARTER MOTOR  under REMOVAL & INSTALLATION. Rotate drive pinion in both directions. Pinion should free wheel in one direction and lock to armature shaft in the other direction. If pinion free wheels in both directions, replace starter motor. See STARTER MOTOR  under REMOVAL & INSTALLATION.

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