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Solenoid Pull-In Test (Legacy)

Connect jumper wire from negative battery terminal to starter solenoid case. Connect another jumper wire from negative battery terminal to starter solenoid terminal "C". See Fig 1. Pinion should extend when jumper wire from battery positive terminal is connected to solenoid terminal No. 50. If pinion does not extend as specified, replace starter.

Fig 1: Testing Starter Solenoid Pull-In & Hold-In Windings (Legacy)
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