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My Bike has had issues starting. It was common to push Start button multiple times before starter spun. Based on a search of the forum I opened the right control to gain access to the Start button. Two big screws to remove the switch assembly from the control and one small screw and a zip tie gets access inside the button itself. As shown below the three elements were tarnished. The two center contacts are similar to relay contacts. The spring is some unknown alloy and the ring is brass. I was reluctant to use the recommended spray cleaner since I know it will not fully remove the tarnish and oxidation.
First I used vinegar to get rid of the white/green oxidation followed by a water rinse. Next I used a "low abrasive" mechanical means to remove the remaining tarnish. I used a "brown" metal polish and it did a great job. The brass ring is a pain however. It took lots of rubbing and some scraping. So far so good. Starting only requires one push.
Left is the button contact, center is the conical spring and right is the other contact and brass ring
First I used vinegar to get rid of the white/green oxidation followed by a water rinse. Next I used a "low abrasive" mechanical means to remove the remaining tarnish. I used a "brown" metal polish and it did a great job. The brass ring is a pain however. It took lots of rubbing and some scraping. So far so good. Starting only requires one push.
Left is the button contact, center is the conical spring and right is the other contact and brass ring
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