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HOMESERVICE MANUALSCHEVROLET1981FORWARD CONTROL 4.8L ENG VIN T, STANDARD TRANSREPAIR AND DIAGNOSIS (SINGLE PAGE)ENGINE MECHANICALSTARTERSTARTERS - DELCO-REMY ENCLOSED HOUSINGTESTINGSOLENOID WINDINGS TESTBOTH WINDINGS IN PARALLEL

1981 Chevrolet Forward Control 4.8L Eng VIN T, Standard Trans

Both Windings in Parallel

1981 Chevrolet Forward Control 4.8L Eng VIN T, Standard TransSECTION Both Windings in Parallel

Ground the "M" terminal and connect a 10 volt source (in series with ammeter) to solenoid switch terminal and ground. Current draw should be 40.5-47.5 amps.

Fig 1: Connections tor Testing Solenoid Windings

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When to See a Mechanic

Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:

• You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
• Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
• The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
• You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
• You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.