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Starter Solenoid Test

  1. Make sure you have the anti-theft codes for the radio and the navigation system (if equipped).
  2. Disconnect the negative cable from the battery.
  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
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  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. Install in the reverse order of removal.
  7. Connect the negative cable.
  8. Enter the anti-theft codes for the radio and the navigation system (if equipped).
  9. Do the power window control unit reset procedure (see RESETTING THE POWER WINDOW CONTROL UNIT ).
  10. Enter the anti-theft codes for the audio system and the navigation system (if equipped). Se the clock (on vehicles without navigation).
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