Generac — Test Starter Solenoid

Testing & diagnosis

From a Generac service manual covering: 0D3358, 0D7675, 0D9033, 0D9708, 0E0038, 0E3342, EVT-04174-0, EVT-04198-0, EVT-04629-0, EVT-04629-1, EVT-04630-0, EVT-04712-0…. Check it applies to your exact model before use.

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Procedure

1. With solenoid mounted on engine, remove positive battery cable from battery and then remove battery cable from stud terminal on solenoid
2. Disconnect yellow wire from tab terminal on solenoid; keyswitch must be in OFF position
3. Set digital multimeter to measure ohms/continuity
4. Attach one meter test lead to each stud terminal on the solenoid
5. Attach one end of jumper lead to positive terminal on battery
6. Touch jumper wire to tab terminal on solenoid
7. An audible Click should be heard as the solenoid switch closes
8. Meter should make a continuous tone (continuity)

Source: Generac service manual. Steps and values are as documented; always cross-check against the official manual and any later revisions for your exact serial number before servicing.

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