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Pull-In Winding

Connect ohmmeter between small unmarked terminal of solenoid and "STA" terminal. If resistance is not within specifications, closing (series) windings are defective and solenoid must be replaced.

Vehicle Application Resistance (Ohms)
MGB .25-.27
TR7, Spitfire .25.27
Jaguar V12 .36-.42