Diplomat V8-318 5.2L VIN K 2-bbl (1982)
Starter Solenoid: Testing and Inspection
Chrysler Reduction Gear Starters
Starter Solenoid Bench Test
1.
Remove solenoid assembly.
2.
Connect solenoid to 6 volt DC power supply with an ammeter in series. Connect positive lead of power supply to solenoid terminal, positive lead
of ammeter to solenoid sleeve and negative lead of power supply to other ammeter terminal.
3.
Turn on circuit and check current draw for hold-in coil.
4.
Transfer positive ammeter lead to solenoid lead terminal and check current draw for pull-in coil.
5.
If current draw for hold-in coil is not 8---9 amps @ 77°F, current draw for pull-in coil is not 13---15 amps @ 77°F or winding appears burnt or
damaged, replace solenoid assembly.
Starter Solenoid Test
1.
Connect heavy jumper wire on starter relay between battery and solenoid terminals.
2.
If starter does not crank, or solenoid chatters, check wiring and connectors from relay to starter for loose or corroded connections, then repeat test.
3.
If engine still will not crank, repair or replace starter as necessary.
