RAV4 2WD L4-2.5L (2AR-FE) (2009)
Starter Motor: Testing and Inspection
Starter
2AR-FE STARTING: STARTER: INSPECTION
INSPECTION
1. INSPECT STARTER ASSEMBLY
NOTE: These tests must be performed within 3 to 5 seconds to avoid burning out the coil.
(a) Perform the pull-in test.
(1) Disconnect the lead wire from terminal C.
(2) Connect the battery to the magnet starter switch as shown in the illustration. Check that the clutch pinion gear extends.
If the clutch pinion gear does not move, replace the magnet starter switch assembly.
(b) Perform the holding test.
(1) Maintain the battery connections of the pull-in test above, but disconnect the negative (-) lead from terminal C. Check that the pinion gear
remains extended.
If the clutch pinion gear returns inward, replace the magnet starter switch assembly.