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HOMESERVICE MANUALSHONDA2010CROSSTOUR 2WD V6-3.5LREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISSTARTING AND CHARGINGSTARTING SYSTEMSTARTER SOLENOIDTESTING AND INSPECTION
2010 Honda Crosstour 2WD V6-3.5L
Starter Solenoid: Testing and Inspection
2010 Honda Crosstour 2WD V6-3.5LSECTION Testing and Inspection
Starter Solenoid Test
1. Do the battery removal procedure Removal and Replacement.
2. Remove the splash separator.
3. Remove the battery base.
4. Remove the harness clamp (A), then disconnect the positive starter cable (B), the motor wire (C), and the S terminal connector (D).
5. Check the hold-in coil for continuity between the S terminal and the armature housing (ground). There should be continuity:
- If there is continuity, go to step 6.
- If there is no continuity, replace the solenoid.
6. Check the pull-in coil for continuity between the S terminal and the M terminal. There should be continuity:
- If there is continuity, the solenoid is OK.
- If there is no continuity, replace the solenoid.
7. Connect the wire and connector in the reverse order of removal.
8. Install the battery base.
9. Install the splash separator.
10. Do the battery installation procedure Removal and Replacement.
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- β’ You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- β’ Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- β’ The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- β’ You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- β’ You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.