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Pull-In Windings Test

Connect test equipment. See HOLD-IN WINDINGS TEST heading above. See Fig 1. Ground terminal "M" of solenoid. Adjust voltage to 10 volts and note ammeter reading. See PULL-IN WINDINGS SPECIFICATIONS  table.

NOTE: Current will decrease as windings heat up.
PULL-IN WINDINGS SPECIFICATIONS

Starter Motor (1) Amperage
SD200 (Except "F" & "N" Bodies) 36-49
"F" Body 55-80
"N" Body 60-85
SD210 60-85
SD250 60-85
SD260 36-49
SD300 (Except "D" & "F" Bodies) 36-49
"D" Body 60-85
"F" Body 55-80
(1) At 10 volts.

Test Results

If current draw reads greater than specification, short or ground is present in windings of solenoid. Low current draw indicates excessive resistance. No current indicates an open circuit. Check connections. Replace starter solenoid as necessary.

Fig 1: Solenoid Winding Test Connections
G109215Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.