Preliminary Tests
Remove starter from vehicle. See REMOVAL & INSTALLATION . Ensure pinion moves freely on screw shaft. Ensure armature rotates freely by prying pinion. If armature does not turn freely, disassemble motor for inspection. If armature rotates freely, perform starter motor no-load test before disassembly.
NOTE:
The starter is serviced as an assembly. If test values do not meet specifications, replace starter and solenoid as an assembly.