No-load Test

1. Verify that the battery is fully charged.
2. Connect the starter, battery, and a tester as shown in the figure.

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3. Operate the starter and verify that it rotates smoothly.
   • If the starter does not rotate smoothly, inspect the starter unit.
4. Measure the voltage and current while the starter is operating.

• If not within specification, replace the starter.

Starter no-load test voltage 

11 V

Starter no-load test current 

90 A or less