Hyundai Tucson: Starting System / Starter Description and Operation

Hyundai Tucson (LM) 2010-2015 Service Manual / Engine Electrical System / Starting System / Starter Description and Operation

Description

The starting system includes the battery, starter, solenoid switch, ignition switch, inhibitor switch (A/T), clutch pedal switch (M/T), ignition lock switch, connection wires and the battery cable.

When the ignition key is turned to the start position, current flows and energizes the starter motor's solenoid coil.

The solenoid plunger and clutch shift lever are activated, and the clutch pinion engages the ring gear.The contacts close and the starter motor cranks.

In order to prevent damage caused by excessive rotation of the starter armature when the engine starts, the clutch pinion gear overruns.

1. Switch assembly
2. Yoke assembly
3. Armature
4. Over runing clutch

Troubleshooting

Troubleshooting • The battery must be in good condition and fully charged for this troubleshooting. ...

Starter Specifications

Specification ItemSpecificationRated voltage12 V, 1.2 kWThe number of pinion teeth13Performance[No-load, 11 V]AmpereMax. 70 ASpeedMin. 2,400 rpm ...

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