Hyundai Sonata LF Quiz
Engine Electrical System

Starter Motor Description and Operation

In this manual: Engine Electrical System
General Information — 9Engine Mechanical System — 90Engine Electrical System — 58Emission Control System — 24Engine Control System/Fuel System — 114Drive Shaft and Axle — 15Suspension System — 35Steering — 19Restraints — 50Brake System — 54Body (Interior and Exterior) — 213Body Electrical System — 241Heating, Ventilation, and Air Conditioning — 56DCT (Dual Clutch Transmission) System — 52
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Description

The starting system includes the battery, starter motor, solenoid switch, ignition switch, neutral safety switch (A/T), clutch pedal position switch (M/T), ignition switch, connecting wires and battery cable. When the ignition key is turned to the START position, current flows and energizes the starter solenoid coil. The solenoid plunger and shift lever are actuated, and the pinion gear engages with the ring gear. The contacts close and the starter cranks the engine. To prevent damage caused by the armature overrunning when the engine starts, the pinion gear moves out of mesh. In combination with the ISG function, the starter must perform much more work. Therefore, the starter is designed for significantly more starting cycles. Starter components have been adapted to meet these higher requirements.

1. Solenoid 2. Brush 3. Armature 4. Overrunning clutch

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