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I need to remove the starter from my 2002 t bird 900, hoping to change the bushes and inspect the armature as it is not always turning over, can i drain from the lowest hose,or is there indeed a sump for draining the coolant system, and do i need to also remove the alternator ? many thanks

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Hi
im not sure if that is your starter
sounds more like the starter clutch
and for that you will need to remove your clutch cover
also the clutch cage
the starter clutch is located behind the clutch cage
remove the clutch cage
and the starter clutch is either on the rear of the cage or a separate unit
it looks like a ring the size of the clutch cage
and has slots in it with roller bearings the slide in and out the often stick because of old oil residue
and if they stick it stops your starter engaging with the clutch housing to turn your engine over
hope this helps

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