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Pull-In Windings Test

Connect test equipment as in hold-in windings test. See HOLD-IN WINDINGS TEST. See Fig 1 Ground starter solenoid terminal "M". Turn switch on and quickly adjust carbon pile load until voltage reads as specified. See PULL-IN WINDINGS SPECIFICATIONS table. Check ammeter reading. Turn off carbon pile and open switch. See PULL-IN WINDINGS SPECIFICATIONS table. If ammeter reading is not as specified, replace starter solenoid.

HOLD-IN WINDINGS SPECIFICATIONS

Engine Starter Motor Amps
3.1L PG260F (1) 6-12
3.8L
F2 PG260 F2 (1) 6-12
M PG260 M (1) 6-12
(1) At 10 volts.
PULL-IN WINDINGS SPECIFICATIONS

Engine Starter Motor Amps
3.1L PG260F (1) 30-45
3.8L
F2 PG260 F2 (1) 30-45
M PG260 M (1) 30-45
(1) At 10 volts.
Fig 1: Solenoid Winding Test Connections
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