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Flywheel Inspection

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  1. Inspect the contact surface for scoring, cracks, and burning.
  2. Remove minor scoring or burning using emery paper. Repair if scoring or burning is major. Replace if cracked.
  3. Inspect the ring gear teeth for wear or damage.
  4. Measure the flywheel runout using a dial indicator. Replace the flywheel if runout is excessive.

    Maximum runout 

    1. 0.2 mm {0.008 in} 
    Fig 1: Measuring Flywheel Runout Using Dial Indicator
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