Circuit Testing

If starter does not operate, check voltage at starter "S" terminal with ignition switch in START position (and clutch depressed on M/T). See Fig 1. If battery voltage is present, replace starter. If battery voltage is not present, check ignition switch, neutral safety switch (A/T), clutch pedal position switch (M/T) and wiring.

Fig 1: Identifying Starter Terminals

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