How to test a starter

This video covers 10 different tests you can perform on a starter and the circuits to it. You don't need to perform every test. Use the chapter markers to skip to the test you need. We also cover the basics of a starter and how a starter works.

Sections in this video
0:00 - Intro
0:12 - Starter basics
1:36 - (1) Bypass the starter relay
3:53 - (2) Integrity Test: Trigger wire & solenoid
5:06 - (3) Integrity Test: Trigger wire only
5:33 - (4) Integrity Test: Solenoid only
5:57 - (5) Jump the trigger/signal wire
6:05 - (6) Voltage drop: B+ and case ground
7:18 - (7) Voltage drop: Solenoid contacts
7:46 - (8) Voltage drop: Trigger wire
9:11 - (9) Current draw: Motor
10:49 - (10) Current draw: Solenoid

Tools used in this video: DYVO Pro Kit with DYVO Meter, Picoscope Amp Clamp TA019 and TA018

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