Starting System: Inspection

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INSPECT STARTER ASSEMBLY
NOTE: These tests must be performed within 3 to 5 seconds to avoid burning out the coil.
1. Perform the pull-in test.
  1. Disconnect the field coil lead wire from terminal C.
  2. Connect the battery to the magnetic switch as shown in Fig 1. Check that the clutch pinion gear protrudes.
    
    Fig 1: Connecting Battery To Magnetic Switch
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2. Perform the hold-in test.
  1. Disconnect the negative (-) lead from terminal C with the above condition ( a) being sustained. Check that the pinion gear remains extended.
    
    Fig 2: Disconnecting Negative (-) Lead From Terminal C
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3. Check the operation.
  1. Disconnect the negative (-) lead from the starter body. Check that the clutch pinion gear returns inward.
    
    Fig 3: Disconnecting Negative (-) Lead From Starter Body
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4. Perform the operation test without any load.
  1. Connect the field coil lead wire to terminal C.
    Torque: 5.9 N*m (60 kgf*cm, 52 in.*lbf)
  2. Clamp the starter in a vise.
  3. Connect the battery and ammeter to the starter as shown in Fig 4.
  4. Check that the ammeter indicates the specified current.
    Specified current: 100 A or less at 11.5 V
    
    Fig 4: Connecting Battery & Ammeter To Starter
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