818 Repair Manual (CX) | Page 351

4. Checking starter pinion (4) in the free position : With the solenoid (3) mounted on starter, the starter pinion (4) is normally in free position. Measure the distance « d » between the flange of the starter nose at « b » in the bore of the motor housing and the extremity of the starter pinion. This reading should equal : d = 30.5 mm maxi If not, recondition the starter. Connect the inductor supply wire (7). Refit plastic plug (5-) (see page 3).