STARTING SYSTEM Starter Magnetic Switch Check 1. Continuity test (between 5" terminal and switch body). 0 No continuity Fleplace. From ballerV , I >, . SW M/- To field cml 3] / / . l . , O J / Ohmmeter 5E LOGGD 2. Continuity test (between "S terminal and M" terminal). I No continuity Replace, / From batterv , / To iield :oil / / I, l Ohmmeter Plunger Check n Pull by hand the portion where plunger lever engages with magnet of magnetic switch to check for looseness ssulan Pinion/Clutch Check 1. Check clutch. Check pinion to see that it locks properly when turned in "drive" direction and rotates smoothly when turned in reverse. M2T37081 (MIT models) / _ M2T23685 lA/T models) / " \.,_, / SE Luaeo o Pinion does not lock in either direction or unusual resistance is eVIdent Replace 2. Inspect pinion teeth, I Replace pinion if teeth are worn or dam aged. (Also check condition of ring gear teeth.) 3. Inspect idle gear teeth. (A/T models only) 0 Replace idle gear if teeth are worn 'or damaged. (Also check condition of arma ture shalt gear teeth.) wi,AuWaxm,wm-AML ... _ t N