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Starter Solenoid

  1. Remove bridge strap connecting solenoid to motor. Check windings by connecting a 12-volt battery operated test light between solenoid main terminal STA and solenoid body. If light illuminates, both windings are satisfactory.
  2. Ensure that contacts open and close satisfactorily by connecting 12-volt battery and a high wattage test light between main solenoid terminals. Test light should not illuminate.
  3. Close switch by energizing solenoid windings. Solenoid should be heard to operate and closing of solenoid contacts will be indicated by test light illuminating to full brilliance. On opening switch, test light should go out.
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