No-Load Test
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 1997 Lexus SC 400. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
CAUTION:
DO NOT operate starter motor for more than 3-5 seconds.
Connect battery and ammeter to starter. Refer to step No. 4 in illustration. See Figure. Starter armature should rotate smoothly and steadily. Amperage draw should be within specification. See NO-LOAD TEST SPECIFICATIONS table.
NO-LOAD TEST SPECIFICATIONS
| Application | Maximum Amps | Volts |
|---|---|---|
| SC400 | 100 | 11.5 |