Tacoma Regular Cab 2WD L4-2.4L (2RZ-FE) (2000)
Starter Motor: Testing and Inspection
ON-VEHICLE INSPECTION
NOTE:
Before changing the starter, check the following items again:
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Connector connection
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Accessory installation, e.g.: theft deterrent system
TESTING
NOTE: These tests must be done within 3 to 5 seconds to avoid burning out the coil.
1. DO PULL-IN TEST
a. Disconnect the field coil lead wire from terminal C.
b. Connect the battery to the magnetic switch as shown. Check that the clutch pinion gear moves outward.
2. DO HOLD-IN TEST
With battery connected as above with the clutch pinion gear out, disconnect the negative (-) lead from terminal C. Check that the pinion gear
remains out.
3. INSPECT CLUTCH PINION GEAR RETURN
Disconnect the negative (-) lead from the switch body.
Check that the clutch pinion gear returns inward.