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HOMESERVICE MANUALSHYUNDAI2003SONATA LX, STANDARDREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISENGINE MECHANICALSTARTERSBENCH TESTINGNO-LOAD TEST
2003 Hyundai Sonata LX, Standard
No-Load Test
2003 Hyundai Sonata LX, StandardSECTION No-Load Test
- Place starter in soft-jaw vise. Rotate carbon pile rheostat to OFF position.
- Connect fully charged 12-volt battery, switch, voltmeter (15-volt scale), ammeter (100-amp scale), and carbon pile rheostat as shown. See Fig 1 . Adjust carbon pile rheostat until voltmeter indicates 11.0-11.5 volts.
- Connect remote starter switch between solenoid terminals "B" and "S". Activate remote switch (maximum 10 seconds), and note reading on ammeter. Ensure starter rotates smoothly and maximum amperage draw is 90-amps at a minimum speed of 3000 RPM. If starter does not test as specified, replace starter.
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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.