{"product_id":"john-deere-gator-xuv-620i-625i-starter-bendix","title":"Fire Power John Deere Gator XUV 620i \u0026 625i Starter Bendix (2007-2016)","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe Fire Power John Deere Gator XUV 620i and 625i starter Bendix drive is a direct OEM replacement Bendix for the John Deere Gator XUV 620i, XUV 625i, Gator CX and CS and 1995-2000 Kawasaki Mule 2500 series when the starter spins but will not engage the engine.\u003c\/strong\u003e A worn Bendix drive slips or grinds against the flywheel instead of turning the engine over. Replacing just the drive gets the machine cranking again without buying a complete starter, and it carries Fire Power's 2-year limited warranty against manufacturer defects.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf you are searching for a John Deere Gator starter Bendix or a Gator XUV 625i starter Bendix, this is the drive gear assembly that rides on the starter shaft and throws the pinion into the ring gear. Riders also call it a starter drive or a Bendix starter. Confirm your model and year in the fitment list below before you order.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDirect OEM replacement design, built to install in the factory location on the starter shaft\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eReplaces only the Bendix drive, so you do not need to buy a complete starter if the motor itself is healthy\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e2-year limited warranty against manufacturer defects\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCovers 3 application lines from the Fire Power \/ WPS catalog, listed below\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eShips from distributor stock (drop-ship)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eBuilt To Solve: John Deere Gator XUV 620i and 625i Starter That Spins But Will Not Engage\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStarter motor spins or whirs but the engine does not turn over\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGrinding noise when you press the start button\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePinion gear that will not engage or kicks out early\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIntermittent starts that get worse over time\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA failing Bendix drive often gets worse in cold weather or after water crossings, until the starter spins freely and the engine never turns.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eBest For: John Deere Gator XUV 620i and 625i Owners Repairing a Slipping Starter Drive\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eJohn Deere Gator XUV 620i and 625i owners whose starter motor still spins but no longer engages\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWork, farm and ranch machines that have to start every time\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTrail and hunting riders who cannot afford a no-start miles from the truck\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDIY owners who want a direct-fit replacement instead of a dealer part\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBrand: Fire Power\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eProduct type: Starter Bendix (starter drive)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eReplacement type: Direct OEM replacement\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWarranty: 2-year limited warranty against manufacturer defects; does not cover water damage due to submersion\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eManufacturer Part Number: 220-52056\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFire Power and WPS do not publish voltage, power, tooth count or dimensions for this part.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFitment\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eFire Power \/ WPS catalog applications:\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eKawasaki KAF 620 Mule 2500 \/ 2510 4X4 \/ 2520 1995-2000\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eJohn Deere Gator CS 2005-2006; Gator CX 2005-2016\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eJohn Deere Gator XUV 4X4 620i 2007-2010 (incl. Ltd 2008, SE 2009); XUV 4X4 625i 2011-2016\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFitment is not guaranteed on unlisted applications. If your model or year is not shown, contact us before ordering. Owners also find this part searching for Gator XUV 620i starter Bendix, Kawasaki Mule 2510 starter Bendix, Fire Power starter Bendix or starter Bendix replacement.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFAQ\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhat are the signs of a bad starter Bendix on a John Deere Gator XUV 620i or 625i?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe classic sign is a starter that spins or whirs while the engine does not turn over, often with a grinding or chattering noise as the pinion fails to stay engaged with the flywheel. If the starter motor itself is not spinning at all, check the battery, cables and starter motor first.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eDo I need a whole starter or just the Bendix drive?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eIf the starter motor spins freely and strongly when you press the button, a worn Bendix drive is the likely cause and replacing the drive is the cheaper fix. If the motor is slow, dead or burnt, replace the complete starter instead.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhich machines does this Fire Power Bendix fit?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eFire Power and WPS list: Kawasaki KAF 620 Mule 2500 \/ 2510 4X4 \/ 2520 1995-2000; John Deere Gator CS 2005-2006; Gator CX 2005-2016; John Deere Gator XUV 4X4 620i 2007-2010 (incl. Ltd 2008, SE 2009); XUV 4X4 625i 2011-2016. Fitment is not guaranteed on applications that are not listed.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eIs this the same as the OEM part?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eFire Power lists it as a direct OEM replacement. Compare it against your old drive if you are unsure, and match your model and year to the fitment list before ordering.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eIs replacing a starter Bendix a DIY job?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eMost owners with basic hand tools can do it. Disconnect the battery, remove the starter from the machine, then swap the drive on the starter shaft. Access varies by model, so follow the factory service manual for your John Deere Gator XUV 620i or 625i. Fire Power does not publish an install sheet for this part.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhat warranty comes with it?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eFire Power backs it with a 2-year limited warranty against manufacturer defects. The warranty does not cover water damage due to submersion.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhy Fire Power\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eFire Power is the powersports electrical line distributed by Western Power Sports (WPS), covering starters, starter drives and batteries for UTVs and ATVs. This starter Bendix drive is a direct OEM replacement with a 2-year limited warranty against manufacturer defects, which makes it a straightforward way to get a John Deere Gator XUV 620i and 625i back to starting on the button.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFinish Your John Deere Gator XUV 620i and 625i Starting System Repair\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eOrder this Fire Power starter Bendix drive once you have confirmed your model and year in the fitment list. If the starter motor is also slow or worn, replace the complete Fire Power starter at the same time, and check that your battery is fully charged and the cables are clean and tight.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cscript type=\"application\/ld+json\"\u003e{\"@context\": \"https:\/\/schema.org\", \"@type\": \"FAQPage\", \"mainEntity\": [{\"@type\": \"Question\", \"name\": \"What are the signs of a bad starter Bendix on a John Deere Gator XUV 620i or 625i?\", \"acceptedAnswer\": {\"@type\": \"Answer\", \"text\": \"The classic sign is a starter that spins or whirs while the engine does not turn over, often with a grinding or chattering noise as the pinion fails to stay engaged with the flywheel. 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