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Starter Solenoid Test

  1. Disconnect the wires from the S terminal and the M terminal.
  2. Connect the battery as shown. If the starter pinion pops out, it is working properly. To avoid damaging the starter, do not leave the battery connected for more than 10 seconds.
    Fig 1: Disconnecting Wires From S & M Terminals
    G03762101Courtesy of HYUNDAI MOTOR CO.
  3. Disconnect the battery from the M terminal.

    If the pinion does not retract, the hold-in coil is working properly. To avoid damaging the starter, do not leave the battery connected for more than 10 seconds.

    Fig 2: Disconnecting Battery From M Terminal
    G03762102Courtesy of HYUNDAI MOTOR CO.
  4. Disconnect the battery also from the body. If the pinion retracts immediately, it is working properly.

    To avoid damaging the starter, do not leave the battery connected for more than 10 seconds.

    Fig 3: Disconnecting Battery From Body
    G03762103Courtesy of HYUNDAI MOTOR CO.