General System Information

Starting System:

When the ignition switch is turned to the "START" position, current flows in the Pull-in and Holding coils inside the magnetic switch (starter solenoid), attracting the plunger. When the plunger is attracted, the lever connected to the plunger engages the starter clutch and completes the circuit between the "B" and "M" terminals, providing current to the starter motor.
When the ignition switch is returned to the "ON" position after starting the engine, the starter clutch is disengaged from the ring gear.
An overrunning clutch is provided between the pinion and the armature shaft, to prevent damage to the starter.