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Starter Solenoid: Service and Repair







- Remove starter.
- Take off cover.





- Unscrew solenoid (1 and 2)

Installation Note:
- Don't turn wire connector while tightening danger of short circuit.





- Takeoff solenoid (1) and spring (2).
- Disconnect pin (3)

Installation Note:
Check pin (3) for wear and lubricate with grease.

CHECKING STARTER PARTS (Electric Test)








- Check power consumption of activating and holding coils in solenoid.
- Check exciter coil, carbon brush holder and armature coil for ground contact.
- Check armature for shorted turns with a standard tester.





- Checking exciter coil 15 not applicable to cars with permanent magnets (M 3).