CAUTION: DO NOT engage starter solenoid for more than 5 seconds during testing, or damage to coil winding will result.

NO-LOAD TEST SPECIFICATIONS

Application

Maximum Amps @ (Volts)

RPM

0.8 kW ⁽¹⁾

50 (11.0)

5000

1.0 kW ⁽²⁾

90 (11.5)

3000

⁽¹⁾	Conventional type.

⁽²⁾	Reduction type.

Remove starter. 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.
Connect remote starter or jumper wire to terminal No. 30 and to terminal No. 50 to engage starter. Starter drive pinion gear should extend quickly and spin smoothly. Verify starter amperage draw and battery voltage draw to be within specifications. See NO-LOAD TEST SPECIFICATIONS table. Replace starter if not within specification.

Fig 1: Testing Starter No-Load (Reduction Gear)

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.

Safety Warning

No-Load Test