Elantra L4-1595cc 1.6L DOHC (1993)
Starter Motor: Component Tests and General Diagnostics
Magnetic Switch Pull-In Test
1. Disconnect connector from M terminal.
Fig. 5 Starter Motor Testing
2. Connect a 12 volt battery between S terminal and M terminal, Fig. 5. Perform this test in less than ten seconds to prevent coil from burning.
3. If pinion moves out, then pull-in coil is good. If it does not pull in, replace solenoid.
Magnetic Switch Hold-In Test
1. Disconnect connector from M terminal.
2. Connect battery voltage between S terminal and body ground. Perform this test in less than ten seconds to prevent coil from burning.
3. If pinion remains out, coil is operating. If pinion moves in, hold-in circuit is open. Replace magnetic switch.
Free Running Test
1. Place starter motor in a suitable soft-jawed vise and connect a fully charged 12 volt battery to starter motor.
Fig. 6 Free Running Test
2. Connect a test ammeter (100 ampere scale) and carbon pile rheostat, Fig. 6.
3. Connect a voltmeter (15 volt scale) across starter motor.
4. Rotate carbon pile rheostat to Off position and connect a battery cable from battery negative post to starter motor body ground.
5. Adjust rheostat until battery voltage reads 11 volts.
6. Ensure maximum amperage is within specification and starter motor turns smoothly.
Magnetic Switch Return Test
1. Disconnect connector from M terminal.
2. Connect battery voltage between M terminal and body ground. Perform this test in less than ten seconds to prevent coil from burning.
3. Pull pinion out and release. If pinion quickly returns to its original position, coil is operating.
4. If pinion does not return, replace solenoid.
