Section 08 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Sub-Section 04
(STARTING SYSTEM)
08-04-2
GENERAL
Causes of troubles are not necessarily related to
starter but may be due to a burnt fuse, faulty bat-
tery, start /stop switch, safety lanyard switch, so-
lenoid, electrical cables or connections.
Check these components before removing start-
er. Consult also the starting system troubleshoot-
ing table on next page for a general view of
possible problems.
WARNING : Short circuiting electric start-
er is always a danger, therefore discon-
nect the battery ground cable before carrying
out any kind of maintenance on starting sys-
tem. Do not place tools on battery.
Fuse
Make sure 5 A fuse on MPEM is in good condi-
tion.
The solenoid may be the cause of a burnt fuse. If
the solenoid checks good, one of the accessory
may be defective.
Battery
To check battery condition, refer to ELECTRICAL
SYSTEM 08-03.
Engine Start / Stop Switch
Switch condition can be checked with an ohmme-
ter.
Disconnect the YELLOW / RED wire in the electri-
cal box. Connect test probes to YELLOW / RED
wire and to ground near solenoid.
Measure resistance, it must be an open circuit
(switch is normally open). Depress and hold
switch, the ohmmeter should read close to 0
ohm.
Safety Lanyard Switch
Disconnect the BLACK and BLACK / YELLOW
wires in the electrical box. Using an ohmmeter,
connect test probes to switch wires.
Measure resistance, it must be close to 0 ohm
when cap is over switch and an open circuit when
removed.
Solenoid
NOTE :
Solenoid is located in the electrical
box.
Inspect connections and clean as necessary.
STATIC TEST
: CONTINUITY
With a multimeter, check primary winding resis-
tance. It should be approximately 5 ohms.
There should be no continuity between the posi-
tive posts of the solenoid.
DYNAMIC TEST
Depress start
/
stop button and measure the volt-
age on the solenoid positive posts with a multim-
eter.
If there is no voltage and battery is in good condi-
tion, replace the solenoid.
Electrical Cables or Connections
Check all connections, cables and wires. Tighten
any loose cables. Replace any chafe wires.
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