Starter Testing

hambone · Post by **hambone** » Tue Aug 02, 2011 11:48 am

Hey, what is the method for checking a starter? It's been a long time. I seem to recall putting a screwdriver across the terminals, but I don't remember the exact method.
Want to isolate ignition switch VS the starter itself.
thanks!

RSorak 71Westy · Post by **RSorak 71Westy** » Tue Aug 02, 2011 10:02 pm

Yes simply connect the large terminal which is hot all the time to the small one and the starter should turn the engine.

hambone · Post by **hambone** » Wed Aug 03, 2011 10:46 am

Cool thanks.

chitwnvw · Post by **chitwnvw** » Wed Aug 03, 2011 1:05 pm

Make sure it is in neutral.

Post by **Amskeptic** » Wed Aug 03, 2011 2:42 pm

RSorak 71Westy wrote:Yes simply connect the large terminal which is hot all the time to the small one and the starter should turn the engine.

And to keep electrical shenanigans away from the ignition switch, pull off the wire from the switch (red and black striped). If you are merely testing for function, keep the ignition off.
Colin

hambone · Post by **hambone** » Wed Aug 03, 2011 3:10 pm

Thank you thank you all good stuff.

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