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Starter Solenoid: Testing and Inspection




Starter Solenoid Test

1. Do the battery terminal disconnection procedure. Procedures

2. Remove the battery and battery base. Engine Removal

3. Disconnect the positive starter cable (A), S terminal connector (B), and motor cable (C).

4. Check the hold-in coil for continuity between the S terminal and the armature housing (ground) (D). There should be continuity.
- If there is continuity, go to step 6.

- If there is no continuity, replace the solenoid.

5. Check the pull-in coil for continuity between the S terminal and the M terminal. There should be continuity.
- If there is continuity, the solenoid is OK.

- If there is no continuity, replace the solenoid.

6. Reconnect the starter cable, S terminal connector, and motor cable.

7. Install the battery and battery base. Engine Installation

8. Do the battery terminal reconnection procedure. Procedures





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