Magnetic switch

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Inspect for continuity between terminals S and M using a tester.

Fig 1: Inspecting Continuity Between Starter Terminals Using Tester
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- If there is no continuity, replace the magnetic switch.
Inspect for continuity between terminal S and the body using a tester.

Fig 2: Inspecting Continuity Between Starter Terminal And Body Using Tester
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- If there is no continuity, replace the magnetic switch.
Verify that there is no continuity between terminals M and B using a tester.

Fig 3: Checking Continuity Between Starter Terminals Using Tester
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- If there is continuity, replace the magnetic switch.