There are two basic tests you can do to evaluate the condition of your solenoid. You will need the following tools:
- Digital multimeter
- Back probe kit
ATV Starter Solenoid Test 1
This test is designed to establish if the contactor is pushing up and completing the solenoid connection. To do that:
- Using the back probes, connect directly from the battery to one of the solenoid wires that connect to the starter button. Start with the negative side of the battery.
- Connect a second back probe to the solenoid and connect it to the positive side of the battery.
- Once you have done this, you should hear an audible “click” as the connector is pushed up to complete the circuit.
- If you do not hear it, the solenoid has gone bad. You’ll then need to move to the next test.
ATV Starter Solenoid Test 2
- Simply disconnect the back probe from your battery’s positive terminal, while keeping in place the connections from the first test.
- Connect the multimeter to the solenoid’s main connectors and set it to a resistance test.
- You should see “OL” once connected, indicating an open circuit.
- Then, connect the back probe connection from the first step to the positive side of your battery. This will energize the solenoid and push into position the connector, completing the circuit.
The tests involve first checking to make sure the connector is engaging and completing the starter circuit and then making sure the starter circuit is connected when the connector is engaged.
How Do You Start A Quad With A Bad Solenoid?
If you have a bad solenoid, you can start your quad by jumping the starter solenoid wires with a wrench. First, you will need to find the starter solenoid, usually located on the outside of the plastic next to or under the battery and close to the wiring harness. You should see two big main wires once you’ve located the starter solenoid. If it is set up, you can then jump the wires and be able to start the quad.
Is A Starter Relay And Solenoid The Same Thing?
A starter relay consists of a coil wire wound around a ferrous core and an armature on one of the coil. A starter solenoid, on the other hand, is a coil enclosing a movable plunger. Unlike in the starter relay where the coil core is immovable, a starter solenoid core is an iron or steel plunger free to move in and out of the coil. However, the terms solenoid and relay can often be used interchangeably.
Can You Jump A Starter Solenoid?
You can jump a starter solenoid if you have a good and strong battery to start the engine. You should only proceed if your battery has enough current to turn the motor, otherwise, you won’t be able to start the vehicle by jumping the starter solenoid.
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