Starter Solenoid Test

Remove starter solenoid from starter. With starter solenoid plunger in released position, continuity should exist between terminals "M" and "S" and solenoid housing (ground). See Fig 1 . With starter solenoid plunger pushed in, continuity should exist between terminals "B", "M" and "S" and solenoid housing. If continuity is not present, replace solenoid.

Fig 1: Identifying Solenoid Terminals

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