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Starter Solenoid Test

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  1. Make sure you have the anti-theft codes for the radio and the navigation system, then write down the customer's audio presets.
  2. Disconnect the negative cable from the battery first, then disconnect the positive cable.
  3. Remove the starter cable (A), BLK/WHT wire (B), and motor cable (C).
    Fig 1: Removing Starter Cable, BLK/WHT Wire And Motor Cable With Torque Specifications
    G04244418Courtesy of AMERICAN HONDA MOTOR CO., INC.
  4. Check the hold-in coil for continuity between the S terminal and the armature housing (ground). There should be continuity.
    • If there is continuity, go to step  5.
    • If there is no continuity, replace the solenoid.
  5. 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.
  6. Connect the cables and wire in the reverse order of removal.
  7. Connect the negative cable to the battery.
  8. Enter the anti-theft codes for the radio and the navigation system (if equipped), then enter the audio presets.
  9. Do the power window control unit reset procedure (see RESETTING THE POWER WINDOW CONTROL UNIT ).
  10. Set the clock (on vehicles without navigation).
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