Fun With Starters

The function of the starting system is to crank the engine to start it. The system is composed of the starter motor, starter relay (also called a solenoid), battery, switch and connecting wires. Turning the ignition key to the start position sends a signal to the starter relay through the starter control circuit. The starter relay then connects the battery to the starter. The battery supplies the electrical energy to the starter motor, which does …

…your buddy’s ride and have him take you to your favorite parts house. If he complains remind him you’ve been drinking heavily and it’s an awful long walk. Take the starter in and have them test it. If it proves to be bad get a rebuilt starter or a NOS (new old stock) if you’ve got the cash. Installation is the reverse order of removal. Now wasn’t that a blast?