1998-2004 Honda Foreman 450 factory service manual, Page 201Get this manual
ALTERNATORSTARTER CLUTCH STARTER CLUTCH INSPECTION DISASSEMBLY Check the operation of the one-way clutch by turning the driven gearYou should be able to turn the driven gear clockwise smoothly, but the gear shou ld not turn counterclockwise
Inspect the starter driven gear teeth for damage or abnormal wearCheck the needle bearing for damage
DRIVEN GEAR