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Cranking Test

  1. Connect voltmeter and ammeter to battery. See Fig 1 . Ensure battery is fully charged. Disable ignition. Crank engine and observe meters.
  2. Ensure cranking voltage and current draw are within manufacturer specifications. See CRANKING VOLTAGE & CURRENT DRAW  table. If readings are not as specified, repair or replace starter.
Fig 1: Performing Cranking Starter Test (Typical)
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CRANKING VOLTAGE & CURRENT DRAW

Application Minimum Volts Maximum Amps
Oasis 8.5 350