how do i know if my starter olenoid is shorted to ground?

Asked by Mike Dec 22, 2022 at 03:01 AM about the Chevrolet C/K 1500

Question type: Maintenance & Repair

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Usually sparks, smoke just before the battery cables start to melt and catch fire. Now if it went open then nothing will happen, not even a click.

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A multi tester is useful for electrical problems , If you're going to do your own work there are certain tools you should have .

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And, oh by the way, if it is not shorted to ground, the starter will just not work.

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