Starter No Load Test

TOOLS REQUIRED




1. J 39200 Digital Multimeter
2. J 35590 Adapters, or equivalent

NOTE: Never operate the starter motor more than 15 seconds at a time without pausing in order to allow it to cool for at least 2 minutes. Overheating will damage the starter motor.

IMPORTANT: Verify that both batteries are in good condition.

1. Disable the fuel system by removing the fuel solenoid fuse.
2. Calculate the current draw, and select the 200 A or 2000 A scale on the current clamp.
3. Zero the current clamp, and clamp the J 39200 to the negative battery cable.
4. Crank the engine and observe the meter readings. The reading should be 330 to 360 amps. If the amperage is over 360 amps, an internal starter failure may be the cause. If the amperage is under 330 amps, a battery cable or connection may be the cause.