The pinion of an auxiliary diesel-electric starting motor normally engages the flywheel ring gear by means of a/an __________.
Official USCG Answer & Rule Citation
Correct Answer: Option D — Bendix drive or similar mechanism
A Bendix drive mechanism uses an inertia-controlled pinion gear that automatically engages the flywheel ring gear when the starting motor spins and disengages once the engine starts.
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