Voltage Drop Test
NOTE:
Make all DVOM connections at component terminal rather than at cable or wire end.
- Ensure battery is fully charged. Disconnect the inertia fuel shutoff switch located behind right front kick panel. Connect remote starter switch between starter solenoid terminal "S" and positive battery post. See Fig 1. Connect positive DVOM lead to positive battery post, and negative lead to solenoid terminal "M".
- Engage remote starter switch. DVOM should indicate .5 volt or less. If DVOM indicates .5 volt or less, go to STARTER GROUND CIRCUIT TEST . If DVOM indicates greater than .5 volt, go to next step.
- Move negative DVOM lead to solenoid terminal "B". Engage remote starter switch. If DVOM indicates less than .5 volt, solenoid connections or contacts are bad. Clean solenoid terminals "B", "S" and "M". Repeat steps 1- 3 .
- If DVOM still indicates greater than .5 volt at terminal "M" and less than .5 volt at terminal "B", solenoid contacts are bad. Replace starter motor. See STARTER MOTOR under REMOVAL & INSTALLATION. If DVOM indicates greater than .5 volt at terminal "B", clean cables and connections at solenoid.
- If DVOM still indicates greater than .5 volt at terminal "B", check for poor positive battery cable connection or bad cable. Repair as necessary.
- By moving the DVOM negative lead toward the battery and checking each mechanical connection point, the excessive voltage drop can be located. When the high reading disappears, the last mechanical point that was checked is the concern. Repair or install a NEW connection as required