FREE REPAIR MANUALS & LABOR GUIDES 1982-2013 Vehicles
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No-Load Test

1. Remove the starter motor; Refer to Starter Motor.
2. Connect the Starter, Alternator, Battery and Regulator Tester (SABRE) to a fully charged battery, and a remote starter switch to the starter motor.
3. Engage the remote starter switch. The pinion should shift to the crank position and the starter motor should operate smoothly.
4. While the starter motor is operating, check the voltmeter and ammeter readings.
5. The voltage should be greater than 11.0 volts and the amperage should be no more than 70 amps.
6. If the voltage is lower than specified, or if the amperage is higher than specified; refer to Symptom Chart - Starter Motor No - Load Test Results to determine the cause and corrective action. Starter Motor No - Load Test Results