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Starter Solenoid Test

1. Connect a heavy jumper wire on starter relay between battery and solenoid terminals.
2. If engine cranks, refer to Starting and Charging/Starting System.
3. If engine does not crank or solenoid chatters, check wiring and connectors from relay to starter solenoid.