Starter Test Procedure

After the battery test, press ENTER immediately for the starter test.

Fig 1: Identifying Tester Screen Display - Press Enter For Starter Test
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After pressing ENTER key, start the engine.

Fig 2: Identifying Tester Screen Display - Start Engine
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Cranking voltage and starter test results will be displayed on the screen.
Take a relevant action according to the test results by referring to the starter test results as given below.

Fig 3: Identifying Tester Screen Display - Cranking Voltage Normal
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To continue charging system test, press ENTER.

STARTER TEST RESULTS

RESULT ON PRINTER	REMEDY
Cranking voltage normal	System shows a normal starter draw
Cranking voltage low	Cranking voltage is lower than normal level => Check starter
Charge battery	The state of battery charge is too low to test => Charge the battery and retest
Replace battery	=> Replace battery => If the vehicle is not started though the battery condition of "Good and fully charged" is displayed. => Check wiring for open circuit, battery cable connection, starter and repair or replace as necessary.