Starter System Testing - Polaris RANGER RZR 170 Service Manual

Starter System Testing

Condition: Starter motor fails to turn engine. NOTE: Make sure engine crankshaft is free to turn before proceeding with
dynamic testing of starter system. A digital multitester must be used for this test.
Locate the starter relay.
See "Starter Relay"
earlier in this chapter for
location reference
Disconnect the 2-wire connector at
the starter relay. Set volt meter to
read DC voltage and connect meter
leads between the DG/YEL and DG/
RED wires. Turn the key switch to
the "START" position, and push in
the brake pedal.
Is battery voltage present?
Check battery condition,
RED battery connections
at relay and 15A fuse.
Condition Good?
Check the key switch for
proper function. Turn key to
Is there continuity between
DG/RED and BLACK?
Is there continuity between
RED and BROWN?
Set the meter to read Ohms.
Check the function of the foot
brake switch.
Is there continuity between the DG/
YEL and BROWN wires when the
foot brake pedal is pressed?
YES
NO
battery, replace 15A
NO
YES
NO
"START".
YES
NO
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Connect meter
leads to RED lug to
starter motor and
engine ground and YES
retest.
Is battery voltage
present?
NO
Recharge and test
fuse, or repair
connections.
Replace key switch and/or
check wiring circuits.
Replace foot brake
pedal switch.
ELECTRICAL
Disassemble starter
motor to test and
clean internal
components.
If tests fail, or motor
still does not work,
replace assembly.
Replace starter
relay.
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