What to Do When the Starter Bearing is Broken?

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If the starter bearing is broken, it can only be removed and replaced with a new one; otherwise, it may cause the starter to jam or fail to rotate. Most starters use graphite oil-impregnated bearings. In the initial stage of use, due to the inability of oil to permeate, it is almost dry friction, which accelerates bearing wear. Additionally, the bearing on the rear cover is farther away from the two bearings at the front, thus bearing greater pressure during operation, resulting in more severe wear and faster damage. During use, it is important to pay attention to lubricating the starter bearings more frequently, especially strengthening the maintenance of the bearing at the rear cover. The starter, also known as the motor, converts the electrical energy from the battery into mechanical energy to drive the engine flywheel to rotate and start the engine. Starters are categorized by their working principles into DC electric starters, gasoline starters, compressed air starters, etc.