Starter Performance Test

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Disconnect the wires from the M terminal.
Make the connections for this test using the thickest (gauge) wire possible (preferably the same gauge as used on the vehicle).
NOTE: To avoid damaging the starter, never leave the battery connected for more than 10 seconds.

Fig 1: Identifying Battery

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Connect the battery as shown below. Make sure you disconnect the starter motor wire from the M terminal. If the starter pinion moves out, it is working properly.
Disconnect the battery from the M terminal. If the pinion does not retract, the hold-in coil of the solenoid is working properly.

Fig 2: Identifying Starter Battery Connection Diagram
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Disconnect the battery from the starter body. If the pinion retracts immediately, it is working properly.

Fig 3: Identifying Battery Starter Body Connection Diagram
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Firmly clamp the starter in a vise.
Reconnect the wire to the M terminal.
Connect the starter to the battery as shown below, and confirm that the motor runs.

Fig 4: Connecting Starter To Battery
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If the electric current meets the specification when the battery voltage is at 11.5 V, the starter is working properly.
Specification

Electric Current: 90 A or less