RL V6-3.5L (2007)
Starter Solenoid: Testing and Inspection
Starter Solenoid Test
1. Make sure you have the anti-theft codes for the radio and the navigation system, then write down the customer's audio presets. Make sure the
ignition switch is OFF.
2. Remove the battery trim.
3. Disconnect the negative cable from the battery first, then disconnect the positive cable.
4. Disconnect the starter cable (A) BLK/WHT wire (B) and motor cable (C)
5. Check the hold-in coil for continuity between the S terminal and the armature housing (ground) d. There should be continuity.
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If there is continuity, go to step 6.
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If there is no continuity, replace the solenoid.
6. Check the pull-in coil for continuity between the S terminal and the M terminal. There should be continuity.
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If there is continuity, the solenoid is OK.
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If there is no continuity, replace the solenoid.
7. Reconnect the starter cable, BLK/WHT wire, and motor cable.
8. Connect the positive cable to the battery first, and then connect the negative cable.
9. Install the battery trim.
10. Enter the anti-theft codes for the radio and the navigation system, then enter the customer's radio presets.
11. Do the power window control unit reset procedure.
12. Do the steering column position memorization procedure.
13. Set the clock.
