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Starter Solenoid Test

  1. Make sure you have anti-theft codes for the audio system and navigation system. Make sure the ignition switch is OFF.
  2. Remove the battery trim (see step 2 under UPPER FENDER TRIM REPLACEMENT ).
  3. Disconnect the negative cable from the battery.
  4. Disconnect the starter cable (A), BLK/WHT wire (B), and motor cable (C).
    Fig 1: Starter Motor Cables With Torque Specifications
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  5. Check the hold-in coil for continuity between the S terminal and the armature housing (ground) (D). There should be continuity.
    • If there is continuity, go to step 6.
    • If there is no continuity, replace the solenoid.
  6. Check the pull-in coil for continuity between the S terminal and the M terminal. There should be continuity.
    • If there is continuity, the solenoid is OK.
    • If there is no continuity, replace the solenoid.
  7. Reconnect the starter cable, BLK/WHT wire, and motor cable.
  8. Connect the negative cable to the battery.
  9. Install the battery trim (see step 2 under UPPER FENDER TRIM REPLACEMENT ).
  10. Do the steering column position memorization procedure (see STEERING COLUMN POSITION MEMORIZATION ).
  11. Enter the anti-theft codes for the audio system and the navigation system.
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