LS 460 RWD V8-46L (1UR-FSE) (2010) - Starter Motor Component Information Diagrams
(c) Inspect the clutch pinion gear return.
(1) Disconnect the negative (-) lead from the starter body. Check that the clutch pinion gear moves inward.
If the clutch pinion gear does not move inward, replace the starter magnetic switch assembly.
(d) Perform the no-load performance test.
(1) Connect the field coil wire to terminal C with the nut. Make sure that the lead is not grounded.
Torque : 6.5 Nm (66 kgf-cm, 57 in-lbf)
(2) Clamp the starter in a vise.
(3) Connect the battery and an ammeter to the starter as shown in the illustration.
(4) Check that the starter rotates smoothly and steadily while the pinion gear is moving out.
Then measure the current.
Standard current:
190 A or less at 11.5 V
(5) If the result is not as specified, replace the starter assembly.
2. INSPECT STARTER ARMATURE ASSEMBLY
(a) Inspect the resistance of the commutator.