Starter; Testing - Ford Ranger Maintaince And Repair Manual

HOW TO USE THIS BOOK
The starter motor is a 12 volt assembly, which has the starter solenoid mounted on the drive end−housing. The
starter solenoid energizes when the relay contacts are closed. When the solenoid energizes, the starter drive
engages with the flywheel ring gear, rotating the crankshaft and starting the engine. An overrunning clutch in
the starter drive assembly protects the starter motor from excessive speed when the engine starts.

Starter

TESTING

Use the charts to help locate and diagnose starting system problems. Remember that the starter uses large
amounts of current during operation, so use all appropriate precautions during testing.
Starter system inspection chart
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