Load (Lock Torque) Test

1982 Plymouth Champ 2D Hatchback, 1.6L Eng VIN 3, Automatic TransSECTION Load (Lock Torque) Test

Mount starter in a test stand to perform torque measurement test. Follow manufacturer's instructions for test stand operation. With voltage adjusted, ammeter reading and torque should be within specifications.

HITACHI STARTER LOAD TEST SPECIFICATIONS 1

Application Amps (Max.) Volts Torque Ft. Lbs. (N.m)
Datsun/Nissan (2) (2) (2)
Honda
  Calif. Civic 200 8 3.3 (4.5)
Isuzu (2) (2) (2)
LUV
  Gasoline 200 7.4 3.6 (4.9)
  Diesel (2) (2) (2)
(1) At turning speed of 1100-1200 RPM.
(2) Information not available from manufacturer.
MITSUBISHI STARTER LOAD TEST SPECIFICATIONS 1

Application Amps (Max.) Volts Torque Ft. Lbs. (N.m)
Chrysler Corp.
  Imports (2) (2) (2)
Mazda
  626
    Man. Trans. 310 5 5.4 (7.5)
    Auto. Trans. 500 5 8.3 (11.5)
  GLC
    FWD 310 5 5.4 (7.5)
    Wagon 310 5 5.4 (7.5)
  RX7
    Man. Trans. 600 5 6.9 (9.6)
    Auto. Trans. 1100 4 22.4 (31)
  B2000 Pickup 310 5 5.4 (7.5)
  B2200 Pickup 1050 2 21.7 (30)
(1) Turning speed not specified by manufacturer.
(2) Information not available from manufacturer.
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