2003 Polaris Sportsman 600, 2002-2003 Polaris Sportsman 700 Service Manual, Page 249Get this manual
ELECTRICAL 1Remove terminal nut with lock washer, flat washer, large phenolic washer, the small phenolic spacers, and sealing O-ringInspect O-ring and replace if damaged
2Slide positive brush springs to the side, pull brushes out of their guides and remove brush plate
Cleaning
CAUTION: Some cleaning solvents may damage the insulation in the starterCare should be exercised when selecting an appropriate solventIf the commutator needs cleaning use only electrical contact cleaner
5Check commutator bars for discolorationBars discolored in pairs indicate shorted coils, requiring replacement of the starter motor6Place armature in growlerTurn growler on and position hacksaw blade or feeler gauge lengthwise 18 (.3 cm) above armature coil laminatesRotate armature 360If hacksaw blade is drawn to armature on any pole, the armature is shorted and must be replacedCAUTION: