A Bendix drive is a type of engagement mechanism used in starter motors of internal combustion engines. The device allows the pinion gear of the starter motor to engage or disengage the ring gear automatically when the starter is powered or when the engine fire When you turn the ignition on, the starter motor engages and turns the engine flywheel, with a ring gear attached around the edge, is fitted to the end of the crankshaft. On the starter, the pinion is designed to fit into the grooves of t

Understanding Bendix Drive: Mechanism in Starter Motors Explained

A look inside the Bendix and how it works for a ratcheting starter.