MPV ES 2WD V6-3.0L SOHC (1998)
Starter Motor: Testing and Inspection
On-vehicle Inspection
1. Verify that the battery is furry charged.
2. Crank the engine and verify that the starter turns smoothly without any noise.
3. If not as specified, measure the voltage at terminals S and B when the ignition switch is in START position.
Specification : Above 8V
4. If the voltage is within the specification, remove the starter and inspect the magnetic switch and the starter.
5. If the voltage is not as specified, inspect the wiring harness, ignition switch, and transaxle range switch (AT).
No Load Test
1. Verify that the battery is fully charged.
2. Connect the starter, battery, voltmeter, and ammeter as shown.
3. Operate the starter and verify that it turns smoothly.
4. Measure the voltage and current while the starter is operating.
Specification
5. If not as specified, repair or replace the inner parts as necessary.
Starter Inner Parts
Armature
1. Ground of armature coil
Check for no continuity between the commutator and the core by using a circuit tester. Replace the armature if there is continuity.