2000 Uamaha F115 Start stuck

[T.Rhoten]

My 2000 Yamaha F115 Starts and run perfect but I just noticed the starter gear sticks up in the fly wheel only while it’s running. When I turn the Motor off the starter gear drops back down ?? Never had this happen before. Any ideas how to fix it before I replace the whole starter ??

 

[robert graham]

Remove the starter and inspect the bendix helix and gear....maybe a drop of oil on the helix and some grease on flywheel gear....

 

[T.Rhoten]

I removed the starter but I can’t seem to remove the gear. Any tips ?

 

[robert graham]

Don't remove it....just ensure it climbs up and down the helix like it's supposed to....if not, and after cleaning and lubrication yo

 

[robert graham]

Don't remove it....just ensure it climbs up and down the helix like it's supposed to....if not, and after cleaning and lubrication you may need a new bendix....also check for warn or burrs on gear faces...

 

[99yam40]

are you sure the start relay was not staying energized and holding the starter engaged