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Starter No-Load Test

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  1. Connect starting system test equipment following manufacturer instructions. See Fig 1 . Ensure carbon pile rheostat of starter tester is turned off.
  2. Connect heavy wire between negative battery terminal and starter frame. Connect another heavy wire between positive battery terminal and "B" terminal of starter solenoid.
    CAUTION: Ensure starter is securely mounted in vise while energizing as starter will move or jump.
  3. Connect a jumper wire between battery positive terminal and "S" terminal on starter solenoid. See Figure . Ensure starter drive ejects completely and starter spins rapidly. Observe ammeter reading.
  4. If ammeter is not available, note voltage reading while testing. Using carbon pile load tester, apply load until voltmeter reading is equal to test voltage. Read amperage on carbon pile tester. Replace starter if current draw is more than specified. See STARTER SPECIFICATIONS  .
Fig 1: Identifying Starter No-Load Test Connections (Typical)
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