Pull-In Windings Test

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Connect test equipment as in hold-in windings test. See HOLD-IN WINDINGS TEST. See Fig 1. Ground starter solenoid terminal "M". Turn switch on and quickly adjust carbon pile load until voltage reads as specified. See PULL-IN WINDINGS SPECIFICATIONS table. Check ammeter reading. Turn off carbon pile and open switch. See PULL-IN WINDINGS SPECIFICATIONS table. If ammeter reading is not as specified, replace starter solenoid.

PULL-IN WINDINGS SPECIFICATIONS

Engine

Starter Motor

Amps

3.8L

SD255

⁽¹⁾ 60-85

⁽¹⁾	At 10 volts.

Fig 1: Solenoid Winding Test Connections (Ninety Eight & Park Avenue)

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