Shift lever and overrunning clutch

Which of the following is not a function of a shift lever?

• Pushing the pinion into the flywheel when the solenoid is activated
• Engages and disengages the overrunning clutch when needed
• Pulls the pinion out of the flywheel when the solenoid is deactivated

Why does a starter motor have an overrunning clutch?

• The clutch gives the pinion a rotating motion thus easing it into mesh
• The clutch prevents the driving force from starter motor to engine from becoming too high
• The clutch prevents the engine from driving the starter motor

What happens to the springs in the overrunning clutch if the engine tries to drive the starter motor?

• The springs are compressed by the balls
• The springs keep the balls pushed firmly against the seats
• The springs absorb the balls' vibration

What is the function of the spiral grooves that are cut into the armature shaft?

• The grooves provide better heat dissapation
• The grooves make the lever move
• The grooves cause the pinion to rotate so it meshes easily

What is the function of the large spring mounted on the starter solenoid?

• When the solenoid is deactivated, the spring pulls the lever back to the rest position
• When the solenoid is deactivated, the spring pushes the lever back to the rest position
• When the solenoid is activated, the spring pushes the lever to the rest position