Safety Warning
DIY auto repair can cause serious injury, fire, or vehicle damage. These guides are for informational purposes only. Always follow OEM torque specs, wear PPE, and consult a certified mechanic if you are unsure. You are solely responsible for your safety.
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HOMESERVICE MANUALSGMC1983VALUE VAN P2500, 6.2 J, STANDARDREPAIR AND DIAGNOSIS (SINGLE PAGE)ELECTRICALSTARTERSTARTER - DELCO-REMYTESTINGSOLENOID WINDING TESTSHOLD-IN WINDING (ALL MODELS)
1983 GMC Value Van P2500, 6.2 J, Standard
Hold-In Winding (All Models)
1983 GMC Value Van P2500, 6.2 J, StandardSECTION Hold-In Winding (All Models)
- Connect an ammeter, voltmeter, carbon pile and battery into starter circuit. See Figure. Using carbon pile, decrease battery voltage to 10 volts for GM and Jeep models, 9 volts for Ford models.
- Ammeter should read 14.5-16.5 amps for GM models, 15-20 amps. for Jeep and 12-16 amps for Ford. Higher readings indicates winding is shorted or grounded. Lower reading indicates excessive resistance.
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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.