Suzuki drz 400E, Service Manual

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7-12 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
STARTER SYSTEM (DR-Z400E)
DESCRIPTION
The starter system consists of the following components: the starter motor, starter relay, clutch lever
position switch, starter button, ignition switch, and battery. Pressing the starter button energizes the starter
relay, causing the contact points to close, thus, completing the circuit from the starter motor to the battery.
The starter motor draws about 80 amperes to start the engine.
TROUBLESHOOTING
The transmission is in neutral. Turn the ignition
switch to the “ON” position. Grasp the clutch
lever. Listen for a click from the starter relay
when the starter button is pushed. Check if the starter motor runs
when its terminal is connected to
the
battery terminal (Do not use
a thin wire because a large amount
of current flows.)
Starter motor will not run.
No click
Clicks
• Faulty starter motor
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Does not run
• Faulty starter relay
• Loose or disconnected starter
motor lead wire
Runs