Starter Motor: Testing and Inspection
INSPECTION1. INSPECT STARTER ASSEMBLY
NOTE: These tests must be performed within 3 to 5 seconds to prevent the coil from burning out.
a. Perform the pull-in/holding test.
1. Disconnect the field coil lead wire from terminal C.
2. Connect the battery to the magnetic switch as shown in the illustration.
3. Check that the clutch pinion gear moves outward.
4. Disconnect the negative (-) battery cable from terminal C.
5. Check that the pinion gear remains out.
6. Disconnect the negative (-) battery cable from the switch body.
7. Check that the clutch pinion gear returns inward.
b. Perform the operation test without load.
1. Connect the battery and ammeter to the starter as shown in the illustration.
2. Check that the starter rotates smoothly and steadily while the pinion gear is moving outward. Then measure the current.
Specified current: 100 A or less at 11.5 V
2. INSPECT IGNITION OR STARTER SWITCH ASSEMBLY
a. Measure the resistance of the switch.
If the result is not as specified, replace the switch assembly.
3. INSPECT RELAY (Marking: STARTER)
a. Measure the resistance of the STARTER relay.
If the result is not as specified, replace the relay.