Solenoid Pull-In Test

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Connect jumper wire from negative terminal of 12-volt battery to starter solenoid case. Connect another jumper wire from negative terminal of 12-volt battery to 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

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