Starter Ground Circuit Test
NOTE:
Make all voltmeter connections at component terminal rather than at cable or wire end.
- Verify battery condition, if not already done. Battery voltage should be 12 volts or more. Load test battery at approximately one-half cold cranking amperage rating. See load tester manufacturer's instructions. If battery voltage is 12 volts or more and loaded battery voltage is 9.6 volts or more, go to next step. If battery voltage is less than 12 volts or loaded battery voltage is less than 9.6 volts, service battery or charging system as necessary. See GENERATORS & REGULATORS article in ELECTRICAL.
- Connect remote starter switch between starter solenoid terminal "S" and positive battery post. See Fig 1 . Connect positive voltmeter lead to starter housing, and negative lead to negative battery post. Engage remote starter switch while observing voltmeter. If voltmeter indicates .2 volt or less, ground circuit is okay. If voltmeter indicates more than .2 volt, go to next step.
- Clean negative cable connections at battery and engine. Engage remote starter switch while observing voltmeter. If voltage is .2 volt or less, ground circuit is okay. If voltage drop is still more than .2 volt, repair or replace negative battery cable and/or engine ground cable as necessary. Repeat step 2 after repair to ensure problem has been corrected. If battery and cables test okay and starter motor still cranks slowly, replace starter assembly. See REMOVAL & INSTALLATION .
CAUTION:
Ensure ignition coil connector is disconnected to prevent vehicle from starting during testing.