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No-Load Test

1. Connect a fully charged battery to the starter.
2. Connect the Alternator, Regulator, Battery And Starter Tester (ARBST) as illustrated.
3. Connect a remote starter switch between the starter solenoid Terminal S and the positive battery terminal post.
4. Press the remote starter switch. The pinion should shift to the crank position and the motor should run smoothly.
5. While the starter motor is running, record the voltmeter and ammeter readings.
6. The voltage reading should be greater than 11.0 volts and the amperage should be no more than 170 amps.


Starter Motor No-Load Test Results, Part 1:






Starter Motor No-Load Test Results, Part 2:






7. If voltage is lower than specified or amperage is higher than specified, refer to the results chart to determine possible cause and corrective action.