No-Load Test

Connect fully-charged 12-volt battery, voltmeter and ammeter to starter. See Fig 1. Using remote starter wires or jumper, engage solenoid. Starter should spin smoothly. Compare readings with specifications. See NO-LOAD TEST SPECIFICATIONS table. If voltage is less than specified or amperage is more than specified, disassemble and inspect starter components.

NO-LOAD TEST SPECIFICATIONS

Application

Minimum Voltage

Maximum Amperage

B2200 M/T, Miata & MX-3 4-Cyl.

11.5

Protege & 323

⁽¹⁾

RX7

11.0

⁽¹⁾	Information is not available from manufacturer.

Fig 1: Testing Direct Drive Starter Circuits

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