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No-Load Test

Connect fully-charged 12-volt battery, voltmeter and ammeter to starter. See Fig 1. Using remote starter wires or jumper, engage solenoid. Starter should spin smoothly. Compare readings with specifications. See NO-LOAD TEST SPECIFICATIONS table. If voltage is less than specified, amperage is more than specified or shaft speed is less than specified, disassemble and inspect starter components.

NO-LOAD TEST SPECIFICATIONS

Application Specification
4-Cylinder
Voltage (Minimum) 11.0
Amperage (Maximum) 50
Shaft Speed (Minimum RPM) 5000
Fig 1: Testing Direct Drive Starter Circuits
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