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HOMESERVICE MANUALSTOYOTA1992TERCEL DX, 4D SEDAN, STANDARDREPAIR AND DIAGNOSIS (SINGLE PAGE)ELECTRICALSTARTERBENCH TESTINGNO-LOAD TEST
1992 Toyota Tercel DX, 4D Sedan, Standard
No-Load Test
1992 Toyota Tercel DX, 4D Sedan, StandardSECTION No-Load Test
CAUTION:
DO NOT engage starter solenoid for more than 5 seconds during testing or damage to coil winding will result.
- Remove starter from engine. Connect ammeter in series between starter motor terminal No. 30 (battery terminal) and a fully charged 12-volt battery. Connect battery negative to starter case ground. See Fig 1 or Fig 2 . Connect voltmeter to battery to observe voltage draw readings.
- To engage starter, connect remote starter or jumper wire to terminals No. 30 and 50. Starter drive pinion gear should extend quickly and spin smoothly. Check starter amperage draw and battery voltage draw to be within specifications. See NO-LOAD TEST SPECIFICATIONS table. Replace starter if not within specification.
NO-LOAD TEST SPECIFICATIONS
| Application | Specification | |
|---|---|---|
| Direct Drive | ||
| Maximum Ampere Draw | 50 Amps | |
| Minimum Voltage | 11.0 Volts | |
| Minimum RPM | 5000 RPM | |
| Planetary Gear & Reduction Gear | ||
| Maximum Ampere Draw | 90 Amps | |
| Minimum Voltage | 11.5 Volts | |
| Minimum RPM | 3000 RPM | |
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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.