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STARTER CONTROL CIRCUIT TESTS The starter control circuit has: • Starter solenoid • Starter relay (Fig. 2) • Neutral starting and back-up switch with auto- • Battery • All related wiring and connections CAUTION: Before performing any starter tests, the • VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH A CONVEN- STARTER SOLENOID TEST WARNING: CHECK TO ENSURE THAT THE TRANS- (1) Verify battery condition. Battery must be in good condition with a full charge before performing (2) Perform this starter solenoid test BEFORE per- forming the starter relay test. (3) Raise the vehicle. starter solenoid for corrosion, loose connections or (5) Lower the vehicle. • On AC, AG, AJ and AY Bodies the relay is located mounted near the front of the left front strut tower • On AA/AP Bodies the relay is located on the front (7) Remove the starter relay from the connector. wire between the battery positive post and terminal Fig. 12 Test Positive Battery Cable Resistance Fig. 13 Starter Relay Location—AC, AG, AJ, and AY Bodies Fig. 14 Starter Relay Location—AA/AP Body Ä BATTERY/STARTING/CHARGING SYSTEMS DIAGNOSTICS 8A - 15 |