Starter Performance Test

Remove the engine compartment covers (see ENGINE COMPARTMENT COVER REPLACEMENT ).
Remove the starter .
Disconnect the motor wire from the M terminal (see step 4).
Clamp the starter firmly in a vise.
Make the connections for this test using the thickest (gauge) wire possible (preferably the same gauge as used on the vehicle).
NOTE: To avoid damaging the starter, never leave the battery connected for more than 5 seconds.
Connect the battery as shown. Make sure you disconnect the starter motor wire from the M terminal. If the starter pinion moves out, it is working properly.

Fig 1: Connecting Battery
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Disconnect the battery from the M terminal. If the pinion does not retract, the hold-in coil of the solenoid is working properly.

Fig 2: Identifying Hold-In Coil Of Solenoid
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Disconnect the battery from the starter body as shown. If the pinion retracts immediately, it is working properly.

Fig 3: Disconnecting Battery From Starter Body
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Reconnect the motor wire to the M terminal.
Connect the starter to the battery as shown, and confirm that the motor runs.

Fig 4: Connecting Battery To Starter Body
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If the electric current meets the specification when the battery voltage is at 11.5 V, the starter is working properly.
Specification

Electric Current: 80 A (M/T model)

90 A (A/T model) or less
Install the starter .
Install the engine compartment covers (see ENGINE COMPARTMENT COVER REPLACEMENT ).