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HOMESERVICE MANUALSFORD1991CAB & CHASSIS 5.8 H, STANDARDREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISELECTRICALSTARTERSTARTER - EXCEPT 7.3LBENCH TESTINGNO-LOAD
1991 Ford Cab & Chassis 5.8 H, Standard
Bench Testing: No-Load
1991 Ford Cab & Chassis 5.8 H, StandardSECTION No-Load
- Connect voltmeter to battery terminals. Connect battery, jumper cables and starter tester to starter. See Fig 1. The starter will operate without a load. Ensure no current is flowing through the ammeter and carbon pile of tester.
- Note voltmeter reading. Disconnect battery from starter. Turn carbon pile to achieve voltage obtained while starter was operating. Note ammeter reading. Remove carbon pile load. Repair or replace starter if current exceeds specification. See STARTER SPECIFICATIONS table.
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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.