On-vehicle Inspection
1. Verify that the battery is fully charged.
2. Crank the engine and verify that the starter rotates smoothly without any noise.
- Remove the starter and inspect the magnetic switch and the starter.
- Inspect the related wiring harness and the ignition switch.
No Load Test
1. Verify that the battery is fully charged.
2. Connect the starter, battery, voltmeter and ammeter as shown.

3. Operate the starter and verify that it rotates smoothly.
4. Measure the voltage and current while the starter is operating.
Specification

Starter removal/installation
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Caution
To prevent the sealant from cracking or the glass from being
pushed out by air pressure if a door is closed, open all of the windows and
leave them open until the sealant has hardened.
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Caution
Since the battery voltage does not drop fully if the button is
pushed for only 4 seconds or less, it can not be properly examined to see
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Note
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