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Pull-In Windings Test

Connect test equipment as in hold-in windings test. See HOLD-IN WINDINGS TEST. See Fig 1. Ground starter solenoid terminal "M". Turn switch on and quickly adjust carbon pile load until voltage reads as specified. See PULL-IN WINDINGS SPECIFICATIONS  table. Check ammeter reading. Turn off carbon pile and open switch. See PULL-IN WINDINGS SPECIFICATIONS table. If ammeter reading is not as specified, replace starter solenoid.

PULL-IN WINDINGS SPECIFICATIONS

Engine Starter Motor Amps
3.8L PG260 (1) 30-50
5.7L PG260 (1) 30-50
(1) At 11.5 volts.
Fig 1: Solenoid Winding Test Connections (Camaro & Firebird)
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