In-Vehicle Testing

Fig. 1 Full-load current test connections:

1. Ensure that battery is fully charged, then disconnect and ground ignition coil secondary wire.
2. Connect remote control starter switch between positive battery terminal and S terminal on solenoid.
3. Connect circuit tester, then actuate remote starter switch and note voltmeter reading. Note voltage after starter has reached maximum RPM.
4. Turn off remote starter switch, then turn load control knob clockwise until indicated voltage is exactly the same as when starter was running.
5. If ammeter does not read as follows, bench test starter:
a. All Grand Wagoneer and Truck models with 6 cylinder engine, 150-180 amps.
b. All Grand Wagoneer and Truck models with 8 cylinder engine, 160-210 amps.
c. All except Grand Wagoneer and Truck models, 180-220 amps.