Tundra 2WD V6-4.0L (1GR-FE) (2005)
Starter Motor: Testing and Inspection
Component Inspection
Starter (1.6 kW)
TEST
NOTE: These tests must be done within 3 to 5 seconds to avoid the coil to be burned out.
1. INSPECT STARTER ASSEMBLY
a. Do pull-in test.
1. Disconnect the field coil lead wire from terminal C.
2. Connect the battery to the magnetic switch as shown. Check that the clutch pinion gear protrudes.
b. Do holding test.
1. Disconnect the negative (-) lead from the terminal C with the above condition (a) is being sustained. Check that the pinion gear remains
protruded.
c. Inspect clutch pinion gear return.
1. Disconnect the negative (-) lead from the switch body. Check that the clutch pinion gear returns inward.